What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accountant position at Fishbeck?
Project Accountant
Location: Grand Rapids, MI or Indianapolis, IN
Job Summary
Fishbeck is seeking a talented individual to join our accounting department in our Grand Rapids, MI or Indianapolis, IN office. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the project billing and accounting process. This role includes responding to project manager and client inquiries, recording project expenses, and ensuring proper revenue recognition.
Primary Functions
- Provide pre-billing information for project managers to review.
- Communicate with project managers regarding contract documents, change orders, and other contract modifications.
- Provide accurate and timely billing, collection, cost accounting, and cost analysis.
- Meet with project managers and project staff to answer billing and collection questions.
- Prepare monthly billing reports for project managers.
- Provide year-end support of auditor requirements.
- Project setup assistance.
- Assist project managers with collections.
- Facilitate job closeout.
Minimum Physical Requirements
Mobility to work in an office setting, use standard office equipment, visual acuity to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
Desired Education
Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance
Desired Skills/Experience
- 3 years of professional experience as a project accountant or similar role.
- Experience in Deltek Vantagepoint or BST.
- Effective interpersonal skills.
- Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously.
- Experience in A/E is a plus.
- Ability to prepare project budgets and financial forecasts.
- Experience in project invoicing and billing.
- In-depth knowledge of best practices in accounting.
- Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration and client services.
What we offer
Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Wellness reimbursement and activities.
- Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development.
- Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules.
- 401(k), profit-sharing, and stock options (we are 100% employee-owned!).
- And more!
About Fishbeck
Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 15 regional offices and more than 650 employees. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck’s services and integrated project approach. We are a hands-on and design-orientated practice with the technical capabilities and understanding to take the largest projects from internal concept to completion. Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.
Fishbeck is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
