Project Accounting Manager

Little, nationally recognized as a “Best Firm to Work For” and one of the nation’s most progressive design firms, is seeking a Project Accounting Manager with a collaborative work style. This individual could be located in any of our offices:  Charlotte, NC; Charleston, SC: Durham, NC; Newport Beach, CA, Orlando, FL; or Tyson’s Corner (DC).

We are seeking a dedicated and people-focused Project Accounting Manager with extensive experience in project accounting and analysis, revenue recognition and AEC billing. The ideal candidate for this opportunity is a highly motivated and curious professional who is comfortable in a fast-paced atmosphere.  He/she must be organized, have excellent communication skills, demonstrate a positive attitude, and enjoy collaborating in a team environment.

Responsibilities include:   

• Lead and mentor a team of project accountants, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment
• Analyze project revenue, cost and budget data to identify and account for project issues and trends
• Work closely with the CFO and leaders across the firm to ensure we are following industry best practices
• Ensure compliance with company revenue recognition and project accounting policies and standards and assist in reviewing and forecasting project performance
• Present recommendations to management on short- and long-term financial objectives and policies
• Review monthly variance analysis, project budgets, and forecasts
• Review and report project backlog
• Oversee Project Billing, Project maintenance, Project setup, project budgets and general maintenance of projects in the accounting system
• Monitor AR collections activity with the Project Accounting team
• Assist with project reviews, Revenue recognition, forecasting process, project and WIP analysis
• Prepare routine and ad hoc reports as necessary

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project accounting
• Experience with Architecture, Engineering, or other Design oriented firm
• Industry specific ERP systems experience and strong MS Office skills required
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and present complex data clearly and concisely
• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on team collaboration and stakeholder management

Little is a place where you’ll surround yourself with colleagues who have different areas of expertise, are from different cultures and generations, and embody different talents, experiences, and passions. In fact, if you ask our employees what keeps them excited about coming to work each day, you’ll hear that it’s the people. It’s also our culture and the chance to be part of creating a better future through our work. We embrace a culture of teaching and learning through cross mentoring that spans generations, disciplines, talents, and interests and we strive to give each person exposure to the widest possible array of experiences. We care intensely about our clients and each other, and we do our best to spark a spirit of creativity and excitement in everyone around us. Want to know what’s it’s like to work at Little?  Check out our video!  https://vimeo.com/851727160/a5897aa234

To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter for review.

Little is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, Little prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Little is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact careers@littleonline.com or a member of our HR Team.