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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in project accounting, including budget preparation, financial analysis, and compliance with US GAAP. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for liaising with various stakeholders and resolving financial issues.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Project AccountingBudget PreparationFinancial AnalysisUS GAAP KnowledgeExcel Proficiency
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Accounting PrinciplesFinancial ReportingCost AnalysisInvoice ReconciliationProject Earnings AnalysisCash Flow MonitoringContract ReviewFinancial Regulations ComplianceBudget ExecutionFinancial Issue Resolution
Soft Skills
Problem SolvingAnalytical ThinkingCritical ThinkingVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication
Tools & Technologies
Accounting SoftwareExcel
Industry Keywords
Project-Based EnvironmentFinancial PoliciesFinancial Procedures
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Oversee how projects earn revenue in the accounting system and provide monthly project earnings analysis
- Analyze project cost reports and meet with the Director of Finance and Project Managers to review invoicing, profitability, earnings, costs, and cash flow
- Prepare and execute budgets for assigned projects
- Reconcile invoices to clients, vendors, or contractors
- Set up and maintain projects in the accounting system according to contract terms
- Maintain an organized accounting system while complying with financial regulations, policies, and procedures
- Review contracts, including amendments and agreements
- Liaise among Project Managers, Project Accountants, Leadership, and the accounting team to ensure accuracy
- Monitor payments, purchase orders, invoices, and statements, and follow up as necessary
- Assist with the annual business plan
- Independently research and resolve financial issues
- Provide recommendations or commentary as needed
Requirements
What you’ll need- Minimum of 1-2 years in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum of 1-2 years in accounting, preferably in a project-based environment
- Basic accounting principles and US GAAP knowledge
- Proficiency in Excel
- Strong problem solving, analytical and critical thinking
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
- Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
- Retirement Savings Plans, including employer matching where applicable
- Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off
- Company Holidays