Project Accountant

RLF is looking for an experienced Project Accountant to provide accounting and financial specialist support to Project Managers and/or project team(s).
As a Project Accountant, you will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of projects, accurately invoicing clients, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, and collaborating with project managers to ensure project success.
In this role you will: Prepare final invoice package containing draft and final invoices for all billable projects, including all applicable backup for approval.
Review for accuracy and completeness.
Ensure accurate and timely billing to clients.
Collaborate with and support Project Managers to ensure accurate billing and project financials.
Monitor project expenses and ensure compliance with project budgets.
Prepare and forward invoices and related billing documents to clients.
Research Accounts Receivable reconciliation issues including past due payments.
Prepare monthly client Accounts Receivable statements for distribution.
Assist in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
Perform Accounts Payable duties as assigned including AP Trade and AP Consultant invoices, payments, expense reports, check requests, and related reports.
Reconcile monthly vendor statements, and research any discrepancies.
Assist with year-end support of review, audit and tax requirements, which may include research and reconcilement.
Recommend improvements to accounting processes including Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable.
Perform detailed and involved accounting tasks related to managing project contract, billing events and billing transaction exceptions revenue for larger and/or multi-faceted complex projects.
Maintain project accounting records in Deltek Vantagepoint.
Other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate will possess: Associate degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
4 years of experience with Accounts Receivable or General Accounting.
Previous experience with an architectural, design, engineering, and/or construction firm strongly preferred.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, procedures, and practices.
Excellent attention to detail, multitasking, and organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal, client service, and communications skills.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Strong Excel skills including pivot tables and Vlookup.
Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint preferred.
Why join us? Flexible Work Schedules Hybrid office (in-office T-Th & remote M, F) PTO and holidays Paid Health and Dental Vision Coverage Healthcare Savings Account 401(k) with Company Match Paid Short & Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance Program Paid Life and AD&D benefits Supplemental Life and Health Insurance Additions Critical Care Insurance Professional Certification Reimbursement Professional Organization Membership Reimbursement Wellness Incentives Tuition Reimbursement Free gym membership Identity Theft Plan Legal Plan Pet Insurance Amount of Travel Required: This position will require occasional travel, some of which may be international.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information: RLF conducts background checks and drug screening after an offer of employment has been made.
Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate.
In addition, during employment individuals may be required by RLF or an RLF client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.
Agency Disclaimer: All vendors must have a signed RLF Placement Agreement from the Director of Human Resources to receive payment for placement.
Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the RLF staff will not be considered binding terms.
All unsolicited resumes sent to RLF, and any resume submitted to any employee outside of RLF Human Resources, will be considered property of RLF.
RLF will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
Visa Sponsorship: RLF is not accepting applications for sponsorship at this time (e.
g.
, H-1B or TN Visas).
EEO Statement: RLF strives to attract and hire the best talent in order to provide a creative and challenging work environment.
As such, qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination regardless of age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
RLF is an EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled affirmative action employer.