Project Accountant

Project Accountant

Stockton, CA

Job Type: Full Time

Minimum Experience: 5

Required Education: Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Business or related field.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Project Accountant to join our team to work closely with project managers and senior management to ensure accurate project reporting, budget management, costs tracking and reporting, client billings, associated project requirements, and assist in maintaining the project management accounting system. Additional responsibilities include assisting the Controller.

Your impact to our team

As a Project Accountant, duties include the review of client and subconsultant contracts ensuring adherence to company policies and assisting in contract administration on major projects as requested. Working with project managers and senior management you will be an integral team member for managing and reporting detailed budgets, costs, work-in-progress, and client billings for all tasks and phases of complex Architectural/Engineering (A/E) projects. In addition, you will assist in maintaining the project management accounting system in compliance with our contractual obligations. You will report directly to our Senior Project Accountant, and Controller. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on energetic and proactive professional who can multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment, preferably with experience in the A/E industry. Your role will be in person at our Stockton office.

Responsibilities

• Review prime and subconsultant contracts.
• Prepare and compile contracts for project manager review and submittal.
• Setup projects in accounting system including all task/phases, resources, and budgets.
• Coordinate certificate of insurance requests for prime and subconsultants per agreement.
• Review subconsultant invoices for accuracy and data input.
• Assist project managers and senior management with analysis and control of project data.
• Prepare client invoices and reports per specification.
• Monitor and maintain project files for completeness.
• Assist project managers with budget preparation and proposals.
• Analyze projects and work-in-progress.
• Assist in project management accounting system timesheet review and payroll preparation.
• Assist accounts payable processing.
• Bank positive pay processing.
• General ledger account coding review.
• Assist financial reports preparation, data requests, and audit workpapers.
• Assist insurance renewal applications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Business or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other office management software.

Desired

• Experience working with the Deltek & Ajera accounting software.
• Experience in architectural and engineering or construction firms preferred.

About KSN

Kjeldsen, Sinnock & Neudeck, Inc. (KSN), is a dynamic civil engineering firm that specializes in providing innovative engineering solutions to a diverse range of clients throughout California. Since 1956, KSN has been providing award-winning solutions to both public and private clients throughout the Sacramento and San Joaquin Valleys, and now statewide. In business for 70 years and with offices in West Sacramento, Lodi, Red Bluff, and Stockton, we are a team of nearly 70 employees who are passionate about what we do and are dedicated to delivering excellent service to our clients.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401k
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation

This position is exempt with a salary range of $75,000 to $90,000 per year depending on experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.

KSN is an equal opportunity employer: EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you believe you have the necessary knowledge, experience, and enthusiasm to succeed in this position, then we would love to hear from you. Please send a copy of your resume with a cover letter summarizing your experience and interest in this position to: hradmin@ksninc.com.