Project Accountant

Quanta Services, Inc.; Sumner (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Potelco, Inc. in Sumner, WA is seeking a Project Accountant to join a fast-paced accounting team. The role focuses on revenue recognition, invoicing, and analyzing project profitability while maintaining strong attention to detail and GAAP compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with at least 3 years of relevant experience, and demonstrates strong Excel skills. JD Edwards experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field with at least 3 years of experience.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with an integrated accounting software system.
• Preferred familiarity with JD Edwards.

Responsibilities

• Set up projects in accounting system per contractual terms and load initial budgets.
• Record and track revenue for divisions and projects in accordance with GAAP.
• Create a wide range of invoices/billings (from standard to complex).
• Ensure reconciliations and supporting schedules are completed timely.
• Analyze financial results and support management decisions.
• Generate insights from data to improve financial efficiency.
• Evaluate processes for accounting controls and ensure compliance.
• Establish and enforce proper accounting methods and procedures.
• Prepare journal entries with supporting documentation.
• Perform routine accounting functions.

Skills

Multitasking

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

About Us

Potelco, Inc., a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc.(NYSE: PWR), was founded in 1965. We specialize in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, which include designing, estimating, material acquisition, project management, construction, emergency power restoration, system maintenance, and similar services. Our expertise is in power, transmission, distribution, and substation projects. We are a leading full-service provider of power infrastructure, construction, and support services in utility and energy contracting throughout the Pacific Northwest and neighboring states.

We are proud to be working with some of the region’s largest energy companies as we continue to modernize their electric systems, move towards de-carbonization, and maintain thousands of miles of overhead and underground lines serving millions of residential and commercial customers. We uphold high safety, productivity, and reliability standards as we work with our customers to provide both current and strategic, forward-thinking energy infrastructure, delivery, and solutions.

About this Role

Project Accountant

If you would like to work with a great group of professionals, are accurate, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy using your analytic and organizational skills, then we have a role for you! InfraSource seeks a Project Accountantto join the team at our company headquarters in Sumner, WA.

The Project Accountant claims revenue and creates invoices according to accounting principles and contract terms. The revenue analyst tracks revenue over time and produces reports to show trends. The analyst breaks down revenue by individual project and determines profitability. The analyst must have outstanding attention to detail to ensure that revenue is claimed and billed accurately.

The hourly pay rate for this role is $31.00-$37.00/hour based on experience.

What You'll Do

Responsibilities:

• Set up projects in accounting system in accordance with contractual terms and load initial working budgets, monitor project performance, and post change orders


• Record and track revenue for various divisions and projects in accordance with GAAP revenue recognition standards


• Create wide range of invoices/billings (from standard to complex)


• Ensure reconciliations and supporting schedules are completed timely and in accordance with customer and internal requirements


• Analyze and present Weekly/Monthly/Quarterly/Annual financial results to management team and support operations in making informed decisions


• Generate actionable insights from technical and financial data, and identify ways to improve financial efficiency


• Evaluate processes for accounting and internal control systems, and ensure all control requirements are met


• Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies and procedures to support the company’s goals/objectives


• Retrieve support documentation related to audit


• Create journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation


• Routine accounting functions


• Other tasks as assigned

What You'll Bring

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience with a minimum of 3 years related experience.


• Firm understanding of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.


• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.


• Previous work experience within an integrated accounting software system.


• Must have the ability to balance multiple tasks while meeting required deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using JD Edwards.


• Experience in a utility, contract utility, or construction company.

What You'll Get

Benefits:

• 401(k)


• 401(k) matching


• Dental insurance


• Flexible spending account


• Health insurance


• Life insurance


• Paid time off


• Vision insurance

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $31.00/Hr. - USD $37.00/Hr. depending on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.