Project Accountant

With over 800 employees and consistent 15% year-over-year growth, Wilson & Company is a thriving, dynamic organization poised for continued success. We are now seeking a Project Accountant to add to the team.

This position requires a strong aptitude for cost analysis, particularly in relation to collections and reconciliation issues.  The selected candidate will serve as technical expert to external clients providing support for complex and high-risk matters involving assigned accounts and project cost evaluations.  

This role is often part of a fast-paced environment and requires the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively. You must represent department with a positive and cooperative attitude in all interactions.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of general accounting practices.
• Working experience in Deltek, experience with Vision or Vantagepoint a plus.

• Assists with resolving complex project variances. Identify and implement alternative solutions to prevent project cost overruns

• Manages accounts receivable by communicating with clients to identify and resolve account discrepancies

• Collects unsettled accounts receivable to ensure timely cash flow

• Prepares project cost breakdown to external clients and presents results to management

• Prepares weekly collection reports and reviews assigned accounts for accuracy and ensures project reconciliations are being completed

• Monitors account balance and collaborate with internal teams to resolve billing and account-related concerns  

• Responsible for daily entries of project activities with extensive details that are critical to the continuation of construction projects

• Reviews and audit projects’ As-builts to ensure quality and completeness of project

• Ensures all activities comply with federal, state, and company financial policies and regulations

• Implement process improvements

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or equivalent experience

• At least 3 years in project administration, preferably in an engineering or technically related field.