Project Accounting Representative - #2874

Wade Trim; Taylor (MI); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) and performance bonuses

Education reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Michigan is seeking a Project Accounting Representative for their Finance team in Bay City/Taylor. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in accounting or business, with 3+ years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include reviewing contracts, compiling financial metrics, and assisting with collections. This position offers a flexible hybrid-remote work schedule and opportunities for advancement in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years related experience is required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, predominantly Excel is required.
• Prior collections and billing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• General review of contracts for billing compliance.
• Compile, analyze, and report project financial metrics.
• Assists Collections Manager with receivable collections.
• Maintain financial project data for Project Managers.
• Verify labor and expenses charged to projects.
• Maintain excellent client relations.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel)

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving skills

Prior Collections experience

Familiarity with BST Enterprise

Education

Associate degree in accounting or business-related discipline

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business-related discipline

Job description

What We Offer

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description

We are looking for a Project Accounting Representative to join our Finance team in our Bay City/Taylor office. This role provides an excellent potential for advancement with a growing company. Candidates must have an accounting or business-related associate degree with a minimum of three years’ experience. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite Package (predominantly Excel). Presentation skills, organizational skills, and strong multi-tasking capabilities are required. Prior collections, invoice/client billing experience and familiarity with BST Enterprise is a plus. A flexible hybrid-remote work schedule available after 30 days of employment.

Typical responsibilities

• General review of contracts for billing compliance
• Compile, analyze, and report project financial metrics
• Review and approve new projects set-ups company-wide
• Assists Collections Manager with receivable collections
• Maintain financial project data for group of Project Managers
• Work with the Project Managers to ensure the accuracy/integrity of the project data from timesheet entry through invoicing
• Verify labor and expenses charged to projects
• Assist Project Managers with invoicing in a timely and accurate manner
• Perform various steps involved in the invoicing/collection cycle
• Constant interaction with Project Managers
• General review of contracts for billing compliance
• Assist Operations Accounting Manager in varied project accounting functions & analyses
• Maintain excellent client relations
• Maintain a safe working environment

Education

• Associate degree in accounting or business-related discipline is required
• Bachelor\'s degree in accounting or business-related discipline is preferred

Skills/Experience

• 3+ years of related experience required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, predominantly Excel is required
• Presentation, organization, strong multi-tasking and problem-solving skills are required
• Potential travel may be required
• Prior Collections experience
• Prior invoice/billing experience preferred
• Technical proficiency and enthusiasm desired
• Familiarity with BST Enterprise is a plus

About Wade Trim

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least three days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a friendly environment, please submit your resume by visiting the Careers section of our website at http://www.wadetrim.com/careers

Wade Trim does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or CVs from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. Any submission made without a valid, signed agreement and an approved engagement request from Wade Trim’s People Services Team will be considered the property of Wade Trim. Wade Trim reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidate submitted through unsolicited means without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. A valid agreement can only be signed by the Director of People Services. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted at the request of a Wade Trim employee who is not authorized by the People Services team do not constitute a valid engagement. Recruiters and agencies must have a current, written agreement authorized by the Director of People Services to be considered an approved vendor.

Wade Trim is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.