Project Accountant - Vienna, United States - Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation

Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation

Verified Company

Vienna, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Title:
Project Accountant

Location:
Vienna, VA

Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Exempt

Summary:

The position of Project Accountant is responsible for setting up and managing projects within Deltek Costpoint using contract documents. Management of the projects includes monthly revenue recognition and cost accruals as well as monthly billings to clients. Will assist the project managers in conducting monthly margin analysis and job cost reviews. Verify required documents are one file for weekly invoice payment.

Duties:

Create and manage project set up in Deltek Costpoint to include, but not limited to, correct billing formula, revenue formula, contract funding and modifications, project location, and employee workforce per the project contract.
Maintain Deltek Costpoint project information throughout the life of the project.
Create and submit accurate monthly billing to customers with cooperation from project managers.
Assist, support, and trouble shoot Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll for project/account errors.
Review and post timely and accurate project monthly revenue recognition procedures, in accordance with GAAP.
Review and prepare monthend journal entries subcontracts and ODC accruals.
Prepare, analyze, and review project costs and variance reporting for assigned projects.
Reconcile unbilled monthly and communicate discrepancies to management.
Analyze all direct project costs/fee/revenue data; monitor project budgets and progress; and share results with Program Managers to ensure projects achieve financial expectations.
Interact daily with other departments, including Accounting, Project Management, and Business Unit Leads regarding project related issues.
Maintain open communication with direct management regarding financial results and ensure Project Managers and other senior personnel are aware of risks and opportunities identified during project financial tracking, revenue review, A/R, WIP, etc.
Maintain complete project files on SharePoint including contracts, subcontracts, proposals, budgets, revenue & plans, schedules, project review materials, reports, deliverables, invoices, leases, and agreements.
Track and monitor projects in anticipation of deobligation of funds requests.
Participate in preparation for financial audits.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required.
5+ years of accounting experience.
Prior experience with Costpoint is preferred.
Government contract experience required.
Knowledge of DCAA requirements preferred.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suites, particularly Excel, as well as other database software is required.
Effective communication skills that include communicating with tact and diplomacy.
Proven ability to meet deadlines and handle stressful situations.
Ability to work independently, selfmotivated, proactive.
Demonstrated knowledge of general accepted accounting practices (GAAP)