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Perkins Eastman · 1 day ago

Project Accountant

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$65K/yr - $90K/yr

3+ years exp

Perkins Eastman is a global design firm specializing in all aspects of the built environment. The Project Accountant serves as the financial liaison between the Architectural Studio and Accounting, focusing on maintaining financial health by managing budgets, costs, and revenue while supporting project managers and studio leaders to achieve financial goals.

ArchitectureGraphic Design

Responsibilities

Review bid and proposals from a financial perspective and advise Project Managers, Studio Leaders and Practice Area Leaders

Review executed agreements to identify the legal entity contracted in the performance obligation, and client requirements such as certificate of insurance, external invoicing portals, invoicing schedule, performance bond, etc

Setup projects in ERP system in accordance with Company policy

Collect all legal documentation required for budgeted sub-consultants including but not limited to Master Agreement, Certificate of Insurance, and Work Authorization to ensure uninterrupted payment to all consultants

Provide project reports and financial analyses as requested by Project Managers and advise on best practices to achieve optimal profits

Evaluate project planning and suggest corrective action to Project Managers to enhance profitability and ensure revenue recognition in accordance with GAAP ASC 606

Analyze month-end financial reports, identifying outliers/anomalies and assist Project Managers to manage financial planning and forecast

Work with Project Managers to produce monthly client invoices and client requisition forms in a timely manner

Participate in monthly studio collection meeting. Identify delinquent accounts and contact clients to resolve outstanding matters as expeditiously as possible. Escalate complex matter to Project Accounting Lead

Assist Project Managers with close-out procedures in accordance to Company policy

Perform ad-hoc analyses, administrative tasks and special projects as required

Flexibility to travel and attend project meetings as needed

Qualification

AccountingFinancial analysisERP (Deltek Vision)Microsoft OfficeSustainable designCPHDLEEDWELLInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsTime managementIntegrity

Required

3 - 5 years of experience in a professional services environment preferably in Architectural, Engineering and Construction

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel. PowerPoint, Outlook)

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, displaying professionalism when assisting internal and external customers

Possesses strong organizational and time management skills in order to meet deadlines

Proven self-starter, able to work independently

High standards of accuracy and precision

Ability to work with a group toward a shared purpose or a goal by collaborating and cooperating with others

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced office environment, working both collaboratively and independently, to meet deadlines on multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage confidential information

Possess and demonstrate the highest degree of integrity

Commitment to ethical behavior and compliance with all Company policies, current FASB guidance, and US and International laws

Passion for and fundamental understanding of sustainable design