Project Accountant

Overview

Location(s):
California

Practice/Department:
Finance

Internal

Title:

Project Accountant I

Work Environment:
Remote

Compensation: $25-$31 hourly*

Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater agencies. Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.

Our employee-owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience. Learn more about our award-winning culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.

Who You Are:
As an employee-owner, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently. Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation.

Are you looking to have a huge impact in a growing firm? Do you love working with numbers and helping the company to be successful and profitable? Do you have a communication style that can interact with all levels of the organization? Then we are looking for you! We are seeking a Project Accountant to join our team. This position is 100% remote with the option of working in one of our local offices, if desired.

• Be a resource and assist Project Managers in maintaining the life cycle of the project from the notice of award to the final closeout
• Set up projects, extra work orders, transfers, or other amendments according to contract terms in Deltek Vantagepoint
• Assist with the creation and processing contracts
• Review contracts for accounting specific requirements and ensure timely completion of all specialized client billing needs
• Review project labor and expenses to ensure accurate posting to projects
• Follow through on all billing related issues to resolution
• Work closely with Project Managers and Directors to ensure accurate and consistent financial reporting and project billing
• Invoice clients monthly
• Respond to client, vendor, or staff inquiries in a timely fashion
• Prepare accounts receivable statements and follow up on past due invoices
• Handle project audits as they arise
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting or Finance with 1-2 years of relevant experience, or 3-4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience providing administrative and entry-level accounting support in an environmental services environment
• Familiarity with Deltek Vantagepoint
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Well organized, detail-oriented, and excellent follow through
• Ability to think critically and problem solve
• Highly motivated to progress to the next level
• Ability to work independently and take initiative when needed
• Excellent customer service skills: ability to effectively engage and communicate with different personality types
• Proficient in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Must possess a valid driver s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment

• Ability to work overtime as needed

Compensation: $25-$31 hourly*

• * Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.

• This job operates in a remote or office-based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.

• Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting
• Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc.
• Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees, regardless of their background, feel valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our business success, and we are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone can thrive. We are committed to fair and equitable processes, based on merit, free from any discrimination.

Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is…