[Remote] Project Accountant I

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Dudek is a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments. They are seeking a Project Accountant to assist Project Managers with project lifecycle management, contract processing, and ensuring accurate financial reporting and billing.

Responsibilities

• Be a resource and assist Project Managers in maintaining the life cycle of the project from the notice of award to the final closeout
• Set up projects, extra work orders, transfers, or other amendments according to contract terms in Deltek Vantagepoint
• Assist with the creation and processing contracts
• Review contracts for accounting specific requirements and ensure timely completion of all specialized client billing needs
• Review project labor and expenses to ensure accurate posting to projects
• Follow through on all billing related issues to resolution
• Work closely with Project Managers and Directors to ensure accurate and consistent financial reporting and project billing
• Invoice clients monthly
• Respond to client, vendor, or staff inquiries in a timely fashion
• Prepare accounts receivable statements and follow up on past due invoices
• Handle project audits as they arise
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with 1–2 years of relevant experience, or 3–4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Well organized, detail-oriented, and excellent follow through
• Ability to think critically and problem solve
• Highly motivated to progress to the next level
• Ability to work independently and take initiative when needed
• Excellent customer service skills: ability to effectively engage and communicate with different personality types
• Proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment
• Deltek Vantagepoint experience a plus
• Ability to work overtime as needed

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