Project Accountant - Marine

Fugro Holdings; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fugro Holdings in Houston, TX, seeks a Project Accountant to support Financial Controllers and Business Directors with finance partnering and project control.

You will deliver timely management reporting, analyze cost data, review projects for invoicing, WIP, margin and cash flow, and ensure IFRS-compliant revenue recognition.

The role requires a Bachelor's in accounting/finance, 2+ years of ledger experience, strong Excel skills, and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required.
• 2+ years of general ledger, POC accounting, cost accruals and project review experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate accounting, reporting and project control for assigned projects.
• Analyze cost reports and review project status with Business Partner and Project Managers for invoicing, WIP, cost, profitability and cash flow.
• Lead monthly close cycle for assigned business segment: project review, cost accruals, margin analysis, income statement review/adjustments, and reports.
• Set up and maintain projects on in-house accounting system per contract terms.
• Review project contracts to understand the financial requirements for each project.
• Track and input budget/cost/revenue data for assigned projects.
• Ensure revenue is recognized using the POC method per IFRS standards.
• Code vendor A/P invoices for assigned service lines.
• Answer inquiries from staff, vendors or clients and communicate financial information to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

At Fugro, Finance is a global business function that enables the company to make sound business decisions, manage financial performance, and support long-term growth. It is not one of Fugro's three operational business lines (Marine Site Characterisation, Marine Asset Integrity, and Land); instead, it is a core support function that works across all business lines and regions. The Project Accountant supports the Financial Controllers and Business/Service Line Directors with Finance Business Partnering and project control for the entity/business. Delivers meaningful, accurate and timely management reporting & analysis on project/business performance and supports execution of financial planning. Point of contact for questions on project financial performance and business analysis.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead by example and place Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and the protection of the Environment as core values while never intentionally placing employees, our processes, customers, or the communities in which we live and work at risk.
• Provides accurate and timely accounting, reporting and project control for assigned projects
• Analyzes cost reports and meets frequently with the Business Partner and Project Managers to review status of projects for invoicing, WIP, cost, profitability and cash flow.
• Directly responsible for monthly close cycle for assigned business segment: project review, cost accruals, margin analysis, income statement review/adjustments, along with project/segment reports.
• Prepares projects/segment monthly income statement
• Sets up and maintains projects on an in-house accounting system according to contract terms.
• Reviews project contracts and additional service requests to understand the financial requirements for each project.
• Tracks and inputs budget/cost/revenue data for assigned projects.
• Ensures that projects are reasonable and recognize revenue using the POC method per IFRS standards
• Coded vendor A/P invoices for assigned service lines
• Answers project inquiries from staff, vendors or clients, and communicates financial information to project managers and other stakeholders
• Assists in preparation of annual service line budget
• Maintains digital project accounting files.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Be able to travel as required.
• Able to meet deadlines.
• Able to work while under pressure.

Job Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions.
• Possess a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required.
• Have 2 years or more experience (general ledger accounting, POC accounting, cost accruals, project review/analysis)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.

What's in it for you?

At Fugro, our people are our number one priority and central to our purpose to create a safe and livable world. Our values set the foundation for our unique culture: we are determined to deliver, we prepare for tomorrow, we do what's right, and we build trust. Our talent philosophy is seeded by our values and fueled by a passion for learning, developing leadership behaviors, transparency, and accountability.

• Fugro offers opportunities to sharpen skills and provide career growth through on-the-job learning experiences, LinkedIn Learning access, business and technical training, and leadership development programs.
• We value the mental, physical, and financial health of our employees and their families and offer a variety of flexible work models.
• Fugro USA's comprehensive benefits package also ensures you have choices that fit your needs at any life stage.

Fugro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly at 713-369-5699 or [e-mail].

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