Project Accountant

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Project Accountant

POWER Engineers, Inc. member of WSP is seeking a Project Accountant for our Power Delivery Project Services Group in Midwest region. The Project Accountant works closely with Project Managers in the financial management of projects. The ideal candidate has intermediate accounting knowledge, can interact with key members of the project team, and requires little supervision.

Job Summary Of Roles And Responsibilities

Specifically, the Project Accountant handles everything involving the financial side of the project including, project initiation, budgets, expenditure tracking, invoicing, status reports, management of unbilled costs, purchase requisitions, percent complete updates, accounts receivable, accruals, etc. The individual will also work with Project Managers on contracts, subcontracts, and change order documents.

Decision-making skills, the ability to work in a team environment, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and exercise good judgment are required to successfully handle these responsibilities. The individual should be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, have a client service attitude, as well as strong organization, communication, and document coordination skills. The Project Accountant will work in Microsoft Dynamics.

Required Education/Experience

• Six (6) or more years of related experience
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Intermediate knowledge of an ERP system or accounting software
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Advanced analytical skills
• Willing to work both independently and as part of a team
  
  

Desired Education/Experience

• Degree in business, accounting, or finance is preferred
• ERP experience is preferred
• Detailed knowledge of project contracts and change order documents is preferred
• Certified Associate of Project Management (CAPM) is preferred
  
  

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP’s 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects.

At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

Our compensation package includes competitive compensation, professional development, and a full benefit package:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K
• Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• New Dads and Moms Benefit program
• Fertility Benefits
• Gender affirming care
  
  

We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.