Project Accounting Specialist

Electric Power Systems; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and Long-Term Disable

Paid Time off and Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Electric Power Systems, Inc. in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Project Accounting Specialist to support the financial lifecycle of projects, including setup, costs, accruals, ETC/WIP, billing, revenue and reporting.

The role develops toward forecasting, reconciliations, and month-end project accounting, with a focus on accuracy and compliance, collaborating with project managers and engineers.

Qualifications

• Experience with accounting software and financial record keeping.
• Ability to work collaboratively with project managers and engineers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel (Google Docs included).
• Solid written and verbal communication; ability to work remotely with staff.

Responsibilities

• Back up Projects Clerk to create new projects in NetSuite and handle change orders.
• Review budgets and project cost data with Project Managers.
• Assist with monthly ETC reporting and revenue accruals.
• Prepare contract revenue accruals and read contracts for budgeting and invoicing.
• Produce project reports for Managers and Officers; train others on reports.
• Maintain accounting records and support general accounting activities.

Skills

Accounting software

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Time management

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Remote work capability

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

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Project Accounting Specialist

Full Time Subtech Anchorage, Alaska, Anchorage, AK, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1044

Salary Range: $35.00 To $48.00 Hourly

Company Overview:

Electric Power Systems, Inc. is a unique company offering a wide range of experience and capability of design, consultation and studies as well as project construction through our sister companies. We are currently seeking a skilled Project Accounting Specialist to join our Anchorage team. This position is designed to develop a strong understanding of the financial lifecycle of projects, including project setup, costs, accruals, Estimate to Complete (ETC) / Work In Progress (WIP), billing, revenue, and financial reporting. As proficiency grows, the role may take on greater responsibility for project financial analysis, forecasting, reconciliations, and month-end project accounting.

Responsibilities:

Project Management Support:

• Serve as the primary backup for the Projects Clerk to create new projects in Netsuite (the company’s financial software package), record change orders, update project information as needed, and close out inactive projects
• Reviewing budgets and project cost data with Project Managers
• Assist Project Managers and Accounting with monthly ETC reporting
• Prepare monthly small firm fixed price contract project revenue accruals
• Reading and interpreting contracts for contract budget and invoicing requirements
• Producing project-related documents and reports for Project Managers and Officers
• Train Project Managers on how to view reports within Netsuite
• Constantly update job knowledge

Accounting Support:

• Data entry into accounting software
• Customer Invoicing
• Support purchase order receiving and ensure transactions are accurately recorded within NetSuite
• Maintain and process fixed asset depreciation entries and related accounting records
• Assist with the monthly allocation and reconciliation of prepaid insurance and other prepaid expenses
• Research and resolve accounting discrepancies in coordination with project managers, vendors, and accounting team members
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation and follow established accounting procedures and internal controls
• Assist with additional project accounting, reporting, and general accounting activities as assigned

Requirements:

• Experience with accounting software, financial record keeping, databases, and other business related areas that require stringent deadlines, accuracy and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with accounting personnel, project managers, engineers and other departments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet and manage deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word and Excel is a must (Google Docs included)
• Solid communication skills both written and verbal, must be able work remotely with Project Managers and other staff
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive in dealing with issues that may arise
• Ability to organize, multitask, prioritize and work under pressure
• Compensation is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and industry expertise

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time off and Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

Additional Information:

• Electric Power Systems, Inc. is a smoke free and drug free company.
• Hiring is contingent on passing a background check and pre-employment drug screening
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Electric Power Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Aff… 

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