Project Accountant

Project Accountant

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include:
Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.

Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team. Join stability. Apply now!

Who we're looking for:

As a Project Accountant, you'll work closely with our Project Managers and accounting team to ensure project financial accuracy, maintain project budgets, and support overall project performance. Primary responsibilities will focus on accurate client invoicing and adherence to all contractual billing requirements.

What you will be doing:

Including but not limited to:

• Assist Project Managers across all operational offices in Project setups and budget review.
• Activate Projects in the accounting system after confirming all contractual billing requirements are addressed.
• Prepare client invoices. To include draft invoices for project manager approval or modifications, compiling backup documentation for invoices, and submitting invoices.
• Maintain client and project files.
• Manage applicable client invoicing portals.
• Review and maintain contract documents, change orders, and client approvals.
• Create job-related purchase orders and manage open commitments.
• Assist the AR team in their collection efforts when necessary.
• Educate project managers on proper invoicing methodologies, revenue recognition, and data analysis.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal policies in all project financial activities.
• Prepare year-end audit schedules per assignment.
• Other assignments as directed.

What you need to have:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in accounting, or similar business degree.
• 2 to 5 years of relevant accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Engineering industry experience is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements.
• Ability to work on-site full-time (100% in-office).
• Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R's pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record.

Check out our Perks + Benefits:

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

• In-House continuous training
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401K retirement

We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

F&R participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

EOE M/F/D/V/SO. Drug Free Workplace.

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