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SOCOTEC · 3 days ago

Project Accountant

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering, and construction industries, focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. The Project Accountant will be responsible for the project set up and billing process, managing invoicing, and collaborating with project managers to ensure financial accuracy and efficiency.

Professional Services

Responsibilities

Set up new projects promptly, including entering approved budgets and billing terms from contract/proposal documents
Maintain accurate billing folders for all projects, including source documents, expenses, consultant invoices, and monthly invoices
Prepare and review monthly invoices using Electronic Invoicing (EI) software, ensuring completeness of materials sent to clients and monitoring costs, accruals, and overages
Coordinate approval and processing of sub-consultant and sub-contractor billing
Communicate regularly with Project Managers (PMs) and Principals-in-Charge (PICs) regarding financial status, contract modifications, change orders, and client invoicing requirements
Identify and pursue opportunities to maximize client billing with PIC or Division Leader approval
Research and resolve unbilled issues to optimize billing for each period
Collaborate with Accounting to reconcile variances during cash application and assist with collection efforts as needed
Prepare special project analyses and provide year-end audit support, including research and reconciliation
Perform all other duties as assigned by your supervisor or manager

Qualification

Accounting degreeProject accounting experienceBillingReceivables experienceAccounting software proficiencyDeltek software experienceCommunication skillsProblem-solving approachTeam-first mindsetWork independently

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Experience with project accounting and cost tracking
Intermediate to advanced computer literacy, including experience in word processing, spreadsheets, and accounting software
4+ years experience in billing and receivables, preferably in A/E or construction environment
Knowledge of standard contract terms, including hourly, lump sum, and not-to-exceed and how they are applied in the billing process
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
Strong business partnering ability
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Team-first mindset with a proactive, problem-solving approach
Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities, and see projects through to completion
Knowledge of the project structure in a client/consultant business environment

Preferred

Experience with Deltek software is a plus

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits
Mentorship
Training
Social activities

Company

SOCOTEC is a global provider of services to businesses.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$589.84M
Key Investors
CD&R LLP
2019-09-26Secondary Market· $589.84M
2013-02-21Series Unknown
2013-02-08Acquired

Leadership Team

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Hervé François Marie Montjotin
CEO / Président Exécutif
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Eric Guilhou
Directeur Général Finances
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