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Project Accountant - Eden Prairie, United States - Wunderlich-Malec Engineering
Description
Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States.
100% employee-owned company with 40+ years of industry history
Entrepreneurially Minded
ENR top 500 firm at #170
We are hiring a Project Accountant to be based out of our HQ in Eden Prairie. This is a hybrid role.
The person who thrives in this role will seek out opportunities for continued process improvement and leadership, and desires to have a strong influence on the group's direction.
Along with the potential for leadership and career growth, this person will manage all financial aspects of customer projects.Major Responsibilities
Work closely with Business Unit Managers and Project Engineers to ensure an understanding of the project and billing systems, procedures, and deadlines
Lead process improvement efforts across the department
Mentor junior accounting team members as they develop in their career
Communication skills and excellent follow-up when appropriate
Set up customer projects within the project accounting system for multiple out-of-state and local office locations to allow for accurate billing and financial reporting
Review pre-billing information with project managers; make appropriate corrections/adjustments to pre-billing information
Prepare, review, mail, and file customer invoices promptly and accurately
Review and approve project-related vendor purchase orders and invoices
Generate and distribute project reports
Review project revenue and percent complete estimates with the Business Unit and Project Managers
Responsible for project account receivables and collections; researching and resolving cash receipt discrepancies
Provide advanced knowledge of state sales tax laws and prepare monthly sales tax reports for timely filing
Close out projects upon completion assuring projects have been billed to the extent possible and commitments have been resolved
Minimum Requirements
Education
Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or related discipline preferred. A two-year degree with equivalent industry experience may be substituted.
Experience
Four years of direct experience in accounting and accounting procedures, monthly billings, A/R, and journal entries is desired.
Physical Demands of Position
Ability to see and hear with use of dexterity in hands for clerical duties within the job.
Working Environment
Standard office environment. Frequent use of a personal computer, facsimile machine, copy machine, and other office equipment.
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