Project Accounting Assistant

Project Accounting Assistant

Who We Are:Voted one of the “Best Firms to Work For” for six years in a row, WestLAND Group is a full-service civil engineering and land surveying company providing creative and innovative solutions to public and private clients throughout California since 2000. The firm specializes in civil engineering/site development; utility engineering; surveying and mapping; and land planning. WLG is dedicated to finding quality candidates and offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package, which includes the following:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account Options
• 401k Plan with a Generous Company Match and Fully Vested
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
• Flexible Work Schedule (Hybrid Remote; 9/80; Half-day Fridays, etc.)
• Professional Development Assistance

The Position:The Project Accounting Assistant is responsible for providing administrative and accounting support to the Finance Department. The position will help with basic timecard review and reconciliation as a means of learning the heart of our department. The Accounting Assistant must comply with all established policies and procedures.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain up-to-date client data base, electronic filing systems and accounting records,
• Must be willing to learn and become proficient in Smart Sheets software,
• Will apply analytical skills to project accounting activities and measurements,
• Communicate and collaborate with Project Managers regarding timecards, expenses, and other accounting activities,
• Train in weekly timecard review and reconciliation,
• Train in client contract review for billing requirements and learn to generate accurate client invoices,
• Ensure that receipts for project expenses and reimbursements are complete and accurate,
• Provide financial reporting as scheduled or requested,
• Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures,

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in accounting, finance or business, preferred
• 2+ years of accounting support experience with increasing responsibility,
• Understanding basic accounting principles and software,
• Intermediate Excel and proficiency in MS Office highly desired,
• Aptitude and willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and programs,
• Excellent organizational and communication skills,
• Ability to prioritize concurrent projects and deadlines,

WestLAND Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.