What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accounting and Billing Specialist position at EA Engineering, Science, and Technology, Inc., PBC?
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At EA, you'll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high-quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions. As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives.
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Billing Specialist to join our team remotely (east coast candidates preferred). In this role, you will be responsible for managing project setup, financial budgets, and preparing client invoices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and billing, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with project managers to review contract documentation and set up projects and financial budgets.
- Prepare complex client invoices (Cost Plus, Time and Materials, & Fixed Price) in line with contracted terms, including providing supporting documentation when required by the contract.
- Assist the Regional Accounting Manager with the month-end closing process.
- Maintain organized and accurate files and records for audit purposes and future reference.
- Handle other related tasks as necessary to support the finance team.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- 3 years of professional accounting experience.
- Strong knowledge and experience in Cost Accounting and Billing.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy without sacrificing efficiency.
- Solid communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal).
- Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills.
- Analytical thinking, sound judgment, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Teams).
- Knowledge of Adobe software.
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Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen.
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Why Join EA?
At EA, our core values are openness, balance, and challenge and we strive to improve the quality of the environment in which we live, one project at a time. Our professional, team-centric culture promotes collaboration and flexibility and allows employees to guide their own career development path. To that end, we provide training and coaching to support ongoing development for our project managers and consulting engineers.
What We Provide:
EA prides itself on servant leadership, career development for staff in all areas, and maintaining work-life balance including flexible schedules. We have a tremendous base of positive client relationships that has resulted in a stable backlog of projects and opportunities for growth. We offer paid volunteer time, tuition reimbursement, knowledge sharing, industry advancement, professional associations, and industry conferences. EA is proud to offer a fantastic benefits package that includes the following:
- 401k with Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Competitive Salary
- Low deductible health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- Generous paid-time-off policy
- Paid volunteer time
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional Development
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee wellness program
Accommodation Information:
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EA is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.
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