Project Accountant

Hardesty & Hanover; Metairie (LA); In loco; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

401(k)

Benefits package

Professional work environment

EOE/M/F/D/VETS

Descrizione del lavoro

Hardesty Hanover in Metairie, LA is seeking an entry-level Project Accountant to join our Accounting team. You will manage project billing, verify chargeable time and expenses, and help establish and update project budgets to ensure data accuracy.

As an infrastructure engineering firm with a long history, we value precise billing processes, collaboration with project managers, and timely documentation. This role offers growth within a national practice and exposure to government and private

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business management or business administration.
• 0–2 years' accounting experience focusing on billing and contract provisions.
• Deltek Vantagepoint experience preferred.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook; able to meet monthly billing deadlines.
• Strong communication, organization and time-management skills.

Mansioni

• Prepare invoice submissions for government and private clients with documentation.
• Maintain complete project folders with related documents.
• Enter budget changes and variances in the reporting system.
• Coordinate billing procedures with branch offices.
• Respond to client requests for reports or back-up documentation.
• Communicate project financial status with project managers.
• Examine unbilled costs and unpaid invoices monthly to maximize billing.
• Review sub-consultant invoices for contract compliance and budgets.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by project and company needs.
• Articulate project issues to accounting and non-accounting staff.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Management or Business Administration

Strumenti

Deltek Vantagepoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Descrizione del lavoro

Position Title: Project Accountant

Location: Metairie, Louisiana, United States

Department: Accounting

H&H is offering an opportunity for an entry level Project Accountant to join our team in our Greater New Orleans office. The Project Accountant is responsible for our project billing process, including verifying employees' chargeable time & expenses in accordance with established accounting standards and billing policy, establishing and updating project budgets as needed and ensuring project data is current and correct.

H&H is a nationally recognized, full-service infrastructure engineering firm delivering innovative solutions that move communities forward. With more than 139 years of experience and over 600 professionals across 32 offices nationwide, we combine deep technical expertise with the agility of a privately owned firm. From planning and design through construction, we manage the full project life cycle while continually advancing our capabilities, strengthening our national presence, and investing in the people who power our growth. At H&H, you'll join a firm that is building on its legacy by aligning expertise, expanding opportunity, and positioning itself for long-term, sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Invoice Submissions for various Government & Private clients, with appropriate documentation & back-up
• Maintain complete & accurate project folders with all related documents
• Enter budget changes & variance adjustments as needed in company reporting system
• Coordinate billing procedures with various branch offices
• Respond to requests from clients for supplemental reports or more detailed back-up documentation
• Effectively communicate with Project Managers regarding the financial status of projects, contract modifications, and client invoicing requirements
• Examine unbilled costs & unpaid invoices monthly, to maximize billing and collection potential
• Review invoice submissions from sub-consultants to ensure compliance with contract provisions & budgetary limits
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by project & company needs
• Effectively articulate any project issues to both accounting and non-accounting staff

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Management or Business Administration
• Zero to two years of relevant experience in Accounting with an emphasis on billing & interpreting contract provisions
• Deltek Vantagepoint experience (preferred)
• Ability to prioritize, organize work flow and juggling conflicting demands
• Good communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Proficiency and knowledge of computer software applications such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook
• Capable self-leadership with attention to detail & ability to comply with monthly billing deadlines
• Professional attitude and high level of integrity
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively in a team environment when necessary

Benefits

We offer a professional work environment, a competitive salary, a benefits package and 401(k).

EOE M/F/DISABILITY/VETS