Project Accountant

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Project Accountant role is to support the finance and operating teams by maintaining accurate job costing records. This includes preparing and/or reviewing project costs, timecard allocations, project billing, budget to actual analysis, project margin analysis, general project record maintenance, and/or assisting in the preparation of other financial reports and analyses. This position works closely with operations and senior management to support the achievement of overall objectives and may be requested to perform day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping responsibilities. This position will oversee the finances of high-value contracts and clients that may require reporting and maintenance beyond standard contract reporting. A successful candidate must possess and apply a working knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and GAAP.

Major Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Reviews projects and production orders for accuracy and executes closing process
• Reconciles project costs and revenues to the general ledger
• Analyzes cost rates and prepares cost allocation reports
• Prepares and/or assists with financial statements, job margin analysis, KPI reports, and various ad hoc reports on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
• Perform accounting tasks of varying degrees in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general accounting which requires knowledge of accounting policies, procedures, and systems within ICC Group
• Assemble documents for computer input, verifying the accuracy of itemized charges, account numbers, incomes, and expenses
• Prepares and distributes project close-out and budget to actual reports
• Oversee contract invoicing and collections
• Develop and maintain client-requested reports on specific projects
• Complete special projects as directed by manager or senior management
• Assist with year-end audit
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree with minimum of 3 years of cost accounting, or job-relevant experience
• Knowledge of GAAP and current tax code
• Manufacturing and/or engineering-related experience
• Knowledge of accounting or database software, including Ajera and SAP (B1)
• Ability to interpret and critically evaluate financial reporting data for accuracy
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail and accuracy
• High level of conscientiousness and problem-solving
• Ability to work alone and collaborate with groups
• High Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Adobe Products
• Excellent verbal and written communication

Career & Competency Emphasis

Career Level: Mid to High Level

Competency Emphasis

• Technical Knowledge
  • Communication
  • Verbal/Written – Facilitates and transfers knowledge in group and individual settings
• Leadership & Navigation
  • Resource Management – Effectively manages the resources available to meet planned projects and initiatives
• Cultural Effectiveness
  • Diversity Perspective – Appreciates the commonalities, values, and individual uniqueness of ICC employees and is sensitive to the issues related to them
  • Empathy – Understands and appreciates multiple points of view and emotions related to challenges, interpersonal conflict, or other relevant issues requiring their attention

Working Conditions

This position operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment including but not limited to computers, office copiers, printers, and phone systems.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This role requires the employee to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products, supplies, and electrical equipment up to 40 pounds.

ICC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.