Project Accountant

Project Accountant – BNP Associates, Inc.

BNP Associates, Inc., a global leader in air transportation consulting and engineering, has an immediate need for a Project Accountant. This role is located in our Denver, CO office. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to BNP’s continued growth and innovation while working with an experienced and growing team of professionals.

Company Profile – BNP Associates, Inc.

Founded in 1971, BNP Associates, Inc. is a full-service consulting and engineering firm specializing in airport and warehousing infrastructure projects worldwide. With headquarters in Fairfield, Connecticut, and Denver, Colorado, BNP has completed thousands of projects over its 50 years of operation, ranging from small terminal projects to the world’s largest mechanized material handling systems.

We are recognized for our leadership in baggage handling systems (BHS), checked baggage security screening, aircraft apron systems, air cargo terminals, and construction administration. Our clients include airlines, airports, government agencies, and transportation infrastructure specialists worldwide. BNP serves as a key design partner for complex projects that drive the future of air transportation and logistics.

BNP employs over 150 professionals across eleven offices worldwide, including New Zealand, China, the United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, and Singapore. The Fairfield office supports design, administration, project management, and construction management, while the Denver office is the primary hub for engineering and finance work.

This Project Accountant role offers an opportunity to contribute to our growth and innovation and work with some of the leading professionals in the field.

Job Description – Project Accountant

We are looking for an individual with considerable attention to detail who will contribute to our team consisting of Project Accountants, the Controller, and the CFO. The Project Accountant will be expected to be able to work well on a team, but also autonomously as the workload is divided up amongst the team members, but with common goals. The Project Accountant will work closely with the entire finance team, but will also have direct contact with clients, partners, BNP senior leadership, and a vast number of colleagues on a domestic and international basis, which requires strong communication skills.

The BNP Finance Team has recently switched over to the Deltek Vantagepoint ERP system, where we are the key points of contact for the entire company and our clients. The ideal candidate will have experience with Deltek Vision or Vantagepoint, though this is not strictly required to apply.

The Project Accountant will serve as a liaison between clients, contractors, partners, and BNP senior leadership, ensuring projects adhere to schedule, budget, and staffing plans. They will coordinate with various team members, to manage and perform project tasks, such as budgeting and forecasting, historical reporting, invoicing, cost tracking, and project setup and closeout. Under the mentorship of their peers and leadership team, the Project Accountant will have the opportunity to contribute to the growth of the department and company while advancing their career.

The Project Accountant will be required to work in the Denver office.

We are an equal opportunity employer. BNP offers an excellent benefits package, competitive salaries, and professional advancement opportunities.

If you seek a rewarding career that allows you to contribute significantly in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, on a supportive and growing team, please send your cover letter, resume, and a list of references in response to this job posting to jobs@bnpassociates.com.

Job Responsibilities

As a Project Accountant, you will play a critical role in the lifecycle of projects from start to finish, ensuring successful implementation and execution, leading to client satisfaction. The position’s key responsibilities include:

• Serve as the primary internal liaison for a designated number of ongoing projects
• Coordinate with directors, and executives to manage cost tracking and analysis
• Complete and manage project budgets and forecasting
• Compile invoices in Deltek and distribute them to clients in a timely manner
• Track Accounts Receivable regularly and communicate with leadership based on client and project trends to track cash flow
• Manage Accounts Payable for timely payment to project subconsultants
• Collaborate with team members to manage scheduled tasks, and adjust to urgent project requests
• Communicate with project managers and senior leadership to ensure accurate billing and revenue recognition
• Work directly with the Controller and CFO to complete monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Maintain project budgets, schedules, and staffing to ensure timely and cost-effective completion
• Project setup and closure in Deltek
• Coordinate with the BNP Marketing Team for project specific requirements and data reporting
• Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze project statuses and work with project management teams to devise solutions regarding the financial status of a project

Qualifications

Below is an outline of the minimum qualifications for this position.

· Minimum two (2) years of experience in project accounting or a related field

• Exceptional client rapport and communication skills
• Exceptional multi-tasking and time management skills
• Experience managing workloads, timelines, and budgets
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read, interpret, and develop project reporting
• Data acquisition and compilation skills
• Applicants for this position must possess the legal right to work in the US. Proof of eligibility will be required as part of the application process

In addition to the above requirements, we also are also looking for all, or some of the below qualifications in the successful candidate. We have many team members who fall outside of these standards, so please do not be dissuaded from applying if you do not meet particular criteria.

• Business management, finance, or accounting background. However, applicants with related certifications, as well as candidates with other educational backgrounds may be considered if they possess relevant knowledge or experience.
• Experience using Deltek as an ERP system, preferably Vantagepoint, compiling data and reporting packages

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or similar experience
• Deltek experience is highly preferred but not required

Working Conditions

• This full-time position is based in our Denver office.
• · Standard 40-hour work week with occasional additional time required to meet deadlines
• · This position is fully in office as the finance team works collaboratively in the office daily.

Benefits

We are an equal opportunity employer. BNP offers an excellent benefits package and competitive salaries, along with professional advancement opportunities. Our benefits include the following:

• · Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• · 3% 401K Employer contribution in year one (1), 5% 401K Employer Contribution each year after
• · Paid holidays, vacation/personal time
• · Quarterly performance reviews for transparency and tracking
• · Annual salary reviews
• · Annual bonus consideration based on performance
• · Advancement opportunities, we believe in investing in those who want to invest in us