Project Accountant: GAAP, Billing & Cost Control

Oneida ESC Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 Days of Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

1 Flex Holiday

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company M

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Job summary

Oneida ESC Group in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Project Accountant to support the finance and accounting department, ensuring accurate project accounting, billing, reporting, and compliance across multiple projects in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include invoicing on monthly, interim and milestone bases, entering transactions, processing change orders, and monitoring cost performance.

Strong GAAP knowledge and Excel proficiency are essential, with the ability to work independently and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
• 0-3 years of accounting, finance, or related business experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software applications.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare invoices for assigned projects on a monthly, interim, and milestone basis.
• Enter financial transactions and project-related documentation into the accounting system to ensure accurate and timely job cost reporting.
• Process and track owner and subcontractor change orders, billings, budget transfers, payroll allocations, and accounts payable documentation.
• Monitor project financial performance, including actual costs versus percentage completion, and recommend cost-control improvements.
• Review contracts and establish projects in accounting systems to ensure accurate billing and cost calculations.
• Interpret compensation, payment clauses, overhead rates, and revenue recognition requirements in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Monitor subcontractor invoices and payments for compliance with contract terms.
• Communicate accounting issues and concerns to the Controller and Project Managers as needed.
• Manage projects requiring specialized financial reporting, certified payroll, or other contract-specific requirements.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and assist with accounts receivable collection efforts.
• Prepare journal entries in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate financial records, filing systems, and supporting documentation.
• Support cross-functional accounting operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Oneida ESC Group in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Project Accountant to support the finance and accounting department, ensuring accurate project accounting, billing, reporting, and compliance across multiple projects in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include invoicing on monthly, interim and milestone bases, entering transactions, processing change orders, and monitoring cost performance.

Strong GAAP knowledge and Excel proficiency are essential, with the ability to work independently and