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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of US GAAP, with the ability to perform detailed financial analysis and reporting. Proficient in managing project accounting processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and effective budget management.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Bachelor’s Degree In Accounting Or Finance3+ Years Of Accounting ExperienceStrong Technical Accounting KnowledgeCPA LicenseIntermediate Level Skills In Excel
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Hard Skills
General Ledger MaintenanceMonth-End Close ProcessJournal EntriesAccount ReconciliationsFinancial ReportingBudget PreparationFinancial AnalysisInternal Control PoliciesClient InvoicingCash Disbursements
Soft Skills
Effective Verbal CommunicationEffective Written CommunicationDetail-OrientedAbility To MultitaskAbility To Work Under Pressure
Tools & Technologies
AdobeExcelMS Office Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
CPA License
Industry Keywords
GAAPEngineeringConstructionProject Financial PerformanceBudget Variances
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Oversee accounting for projects, including maintenance of the general ledger and the month-end close process
- Work closely with the Program Management team on budget and forecast preparation, project financial analysis, and development of internal control policies and procedures
- Perform daily and monthly accounting processes, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger transactions
- Prepare monthly client invoicing in coordination with the Program Management team
- Enter subcontractor accounts payable invoices and manage needed cash disbursements
- Assist in the preparation and analysis of financial information in accordance with GAAP
- Prepare routine financial reports and ad-hoc reports for operational review and decision making
- Provide analysis and recommendations to senior leadership by analyzing project financial performance and budget variances, and ensuring compliance
- Assist with submission of information and communication with internal and external auditors and respond to auditor comments and recommendations
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- 3+ years of accounting experience
- Intermediate level skills in Adobe, Excel and other MS Office tools
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment
- Versed in the industry and the Company’s competitors
- Ability to multitask and perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary
- Experience with mid-large size engineering/construction organization (preferred)
- CPA license (preferred)
- Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of US GAAP (preferred)
- Ability to work well under pressure and within short deadlines (preferred)
- High-level analytic skills (preferred)
- 0-5% travel to job site(s)/office location
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Climbing stairs
- Remaining in a stationary position, often kneeling, standing or sitting for prolonged periods
- Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
- Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds
Benefits
Comp & perks- Equal Opportunity Employer
- e-Verify program participation
