Project Accountant

Project Accountant I

Department: Administrative

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Katy, TX

The Project Accountant I will be responsible for routine accounting tasks pertaining to their assigned project. Tasks include collecting, computing, classifying, recording, and verifying material billing data used for customer billing and maintaining project-related records. The Project Accountant I will assist the Project Accountant II’s with their day-to-day deliverables. This person must be detailed oriented, have the ability to use sound judgement in making decisions, and have a basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

(GAAP). This position will require traveling to different job sites.

• Assist the Project Accountant II with maintaining project related records
• Report the transfer of expenses into and out of project-related accounts to the Project Accountant II
• Review labor hours for work related to a project and communicate discrepancies to management
• Review account totals related to project assets and expenses
• Assist with the assessment of project variances
• Monitor cash flow practices by auditing and sending reports promptly
• Assess project profitability and report findings to management
• Report to management on opportunities for additional billings or cost savings
• Create project related billings to customers
• Assist with project close outs
• Respond to customer inquiries
• Travel as needed

• At least 1 year of relative accounting experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Some knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• High School diploma required, Associate degree preferred
• Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. (GAAP)
• Must be detail oriented
• Can use sound judgement in making decisions
• Ability to remain focus when working on day-to-day activities