What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accountant position at IA Interior Architects?
The Project Accountant provides comprehensive job cost oversight, accounting and reporting for client accounts. Responsible for the accounting, billing with sales tax and close-out for specific projects.
Position will support our Seattle and West Coast Studios. Position will likely require 1 day per week in the office and 4 days per week remote.
Job Responsibilities:
- Accounts Payable/Receivables
- Processes all monthly accounting and billing activities for a Project Manager (PM) and Studio.
- Reviews preliminary invoices for appropriate labor and charges, confirming charges and rates are consistent with contract terms; making appropriate changes and/or reclassifications.
- Invoices assigned projects with associated paperwork; working directly with client to resolve project/billing issues.
- Enters and posts Accounts Payables and Receivables. Processing write-offs as necessary.
- Posts timesheets and maintains the integrity of time transfers; Researches any unbilled labor.
- Handles moderately complex issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff
Project Administration
- Initiates projects in Deltek VantagePoint accounting system, maintaining appropriate project records
- Monitor project progress and communicate with the PMs regarding performance
- Perform project close-out
- Coordinates Interoffice Contracts (IOCs).
- Orders Certificates of Insurance
- Provides training and mentorship to staff
Education
- Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience in project accounting, finance, or related field
Work Experience
- 3-5 years of accounting or project accounting experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Industry: Familiar with the commercial interior architecture and/or design industry preferred.
- Working knowledge of Earned Revenue and Work in Progress
System
- Intermediate MS Office Suite application skills, including Excel
- Working knowledge of automated accounting systems, preferably Deltek / Vantagepoint
- Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly
Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical skills and problem-solving
- Proven ability to prioritize and complete diverse projects from multiple sources
- Proven attention to detail