Project Accountant II (1156)
Company: Bay West LLC
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: August 3, 2022
Job Description:
If you care about the environment and want to be part of an
organization that improves our planet, consider joining our team as
Project Accountant II! If you enjoy having a large variety of work
in a fast-paced environment, check us out. For almost 50 years, Bay
West LLC (Bay West) has been a recognized leader delivering
Environmental Solutions nation-wide and we re proud of our stellar
safety programs and records. We re a unique mix of expertise and
strong tenured employees in the following services: Environmental
Consulting, Engineering, Emergency Response and Waste Management
for a mixed portfolio of Federal, State, Municipal and
Industrial/Commercial clients. The Project Accountant reports to
the Finance Manager and is responsible for analyzing and supporting
the success of our Environmental Remediation projects,
investigating variances, approving expenses, and ensuring that
project billings are issued to customers and payments are
collected. The Project Accountant will work collaboratively to
deliver timely and accurate financial reporting, analysis and
assistance to project teams and management.Responsibilities
- Create projects in the accounting system and maintain project
related records, including modifications and change orders
- Review and approve overhead charges and expenses related to
projects
- Responsible for investigating and documenting project
variances
- Participate in project kick-off meetings providing guidance and
direction on proper setup parameters for new and modified
projects
- Report on project profitability and costs
- Perform accounting activities for Joint Ventures including
monthly invoicing, cash application, and payment runs
- Prepare monthly revenue reporting for Finance and General
Manager review and approval
- Proposal support including cost estimate workbook creation and
cost analysis and reporting to assist cost estimating team
- Perform project billings and confer with accounts receivable
regarding unpaid billings
- Complete monthly unbilled reconciliation and review
- Close out projects upon project completion by performing final
gross margin review, billing, and revenue reconciliation, filing
lien releases, and closing purchase orders
- Perform cost accounting and analysis for projects in
collaboration with Project Managers
- Identify and execute process improvement opportunities and
efficiencies, utilize system functionality and enhancements to
streamline processes
- Participate as needed on special projectsEducation and Training
- Bachelor s degree in Accounting or FinanceQualifications and
Experience Required
- Two to four years accounting experience
- Customer-oriented with a positive and self-starter attitude who
also works well within a team
- Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities
- Continuous improvement mindset with negotiation and
problem-solving skills
- Strong degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal
skills
- High proficiency with Microsoft Office, including
ExcelQualifications and Experience Preferred
- Deltek Costpoint experience preferredBay West Offer a Robust
Benefits Package Including
- Employer subsidized medical, health savings account and dental
plan.
- Employer paid vacation time, sick time, life insurance,
short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Additional benefit options including 401(k) plan, vision
coverage, supplemental life insurance, critical illness and
accident coverage, dependent care and healthcare flexible spending
accounts.
- Support and encouragement to obtain additional credentials and
certifications.
- Culture that empowers all employees to stop a job - we walk the
safety talk!
- Competitive wages and individual consideration as your
expertise and responsibilities expand.
- Business casual environment with great co-workers.In exchange
for your high performance and team participation, Bay West offers
long term growth potential, continued training, a competitive
hourly rate to include overtime, a solid medical and dental plan,
401K, paid vacation, holiday and sick time, annual merit increases
and a bonus potential. Bay West is an equal opportunity employer
that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. Bay West is an
EEO/AA Employer Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual
Orientation/Gender Identity employer.
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Keywords: Bay West LLC, St. Paul , Project Accountant II (1156), Accounting, Auditing , Saint Paul, Minnesota
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