Project Accountant

• Leverage their organizational skills and collaborative nature.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Take the initiative to identify opportunities for improvement and growth, both for yourself and the organization.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably with revenue recognition responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail and familiarity with accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical and time-management skills.
• Self-motivated, takes initiative, and can effectively organize and prioritize tasks.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel skills required).
• SAP experience preferred.

• Assess contract documents to determine revenue recognition treatment in line with ASC 606 and company policies.
• Carry out month, quarter, and year-end close processes related to projects.
• Establish and manage new projects in SAP, including initial budgets and associated tasks.
• Work with Project Controls to keep forecasts accurate and make necessary updates.
• Provide data and analytics to Project Management and Divisional Management on a monthly or as-needed basis.
• Partner with Project Managers to evaluate project margins, opportunities, and risks.
• Maintain various schedules, including percentage of completion, backlogs, bookings, and billings.
• Process projects and orders in SAP for month-end tasks, including income statement and balance sheet account reconciliation.
• Complete journal entries in SAP as needed.
• Review and update final job status, ensuring proper treatment of non-incurred costs and accruals.
• Prepare regular financial statements and management reports.
• Monitor the financial health of projects and inform Project Managers when action is required.
• Support the processes of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Assist with requests from internal and external audits.
• Prepare regular warranty schedules and make necessary adjustments in SAP.
• Process billings according to contract terms and help with collection efforts.
• Maintain contract folders as per company requirements.
• Provide information for quarterly and year-end close processes.
• Handle special projects as assigned.

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