Project Accountant

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger

$95K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management (or equivalent)
  • 3-7 years of experience in general accounting, accounts payable, or accounts receivable
  • AEC industry experience or understanding is a plus
  • Experience with government contracting is beneficial
  • Proficient in Excel and accounting software like Deltek Vision or Vantagepoint

Responsibilities

  • Serve as accounting and finance resource for project teams
  • Review contracts for financial and reporting requirements
  • Collaborate with project managers for accurate job costing and earnings
  • Generate invoices based on contracts and project inputs
  • Manage accounts receivable collections and cash receipts
  • Prepare financial reports and analysis for project review
  • Adhere to GAAP and firm accounting policies while advising on best practices

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick leave, Holidays)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan with company contribution
  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Short and Long-Term Disability insurance
  • Employee Basic Life and AD&D insurance
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Fertility and Family Forming benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
We want someone passionate about providing best-in-class accounting support

The Project Accountant is responsible for maintaining and managing finances for Project Managers and Principals across all offices at SGH.

What You'll Be Doing:
• Serve as accounting and finance resource for technical professionals on assigned projects.
• Review contracts and other project documents for financial and reporting requirements.
• Work closely with project managers and principals to ensure accuracy and proper accounting for job costs and earnings.
• Generate invoices and supporting documentation based on contract terms and input from project managers and principals.
• Manage collection of accounts receivable and reconciliation of cash receipts.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and provide detailed and timely financial information to project managers, principals, and company management.
• Monitor and analyze progress against budget and make recommendations to improve project performance.
• Verify subcontractor and vendor invoices to ensure adherence to contract terms.
• Advise on accounting best practices and act as authority on and within the context of GAAP and the firm's internal accounting policies and procedures.
• Maintain accounting files and records.
What You'll Need:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Management (or equivalent).
• 3-7 years of practical experience in general accounting, accounts payable, or accounts receivable preferred.
• AEC industry experience or understanding a plus.
• Government contracting and procurement experience a plus.
• Experience with Deltek Vision and/or Vantagepoint a plus
• Proficient in Excel
• Detail oriented and organized with a commitment to responsiveness, follow through, and customer service.

Benefits Overview:

SGH provides the following benefits to eligible employees:
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation time, Sick leave, Holidays)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan with a discretionary company contribution
  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Short and Long-Term Disability (company paid)
  • Employee Basic Life and AD&D insurance (company paid)
  • Optional Life Insurance
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Fertility, Family Forming, and Hormonal Health benefit
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Empathy Bereavement Support
  • Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
  • AFLAC Accident & Cancer Insurance
  • Legal & Identity Theft plans
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Compensation:

The below range is a good faith estimate pursuant to applicable equal pay and pay transparency laws. The actual salary offered will be based on several factors including the candidate's experience, qualifications and work location.

Base salary is a part of SGH's industry leading Total Compensation package. Our Total Compensation package includes base salary, pay for extra hours worked, an annual discretionary bonus program, generous paid time off, and health and wellness benefits with a special emphasis on substantial SGH contributions to medical insurance premiums and SGH's Profit Sharing & 401(k) Plan.

This position is eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

Operations Role:

$95,000-$110,000 USD

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