WSP in the U.S.
Experienced Professional, Project Accounting
WSP in the U.S., Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Overview
Experienced project accountant professional providing accounting and financial specialist support to one or more Project Managers and/or project team(s). Tasks include reviewing and evaluating project charges for accuracy, completing cost transfers, establishing and updating funding as needed, instituting and maintaining project budgets, and ensuring that all project data is current for medium-sized and/or moderate-level complexity projects. Generates accurate and thorough financial documentation and reporting regarding infrastructure/transportation/professional services projects, working in tandem with project managers on pre-billing information review, cost estimates, and invoicing. Responsibilities
For assigned project(s), manage and analyze the collection, recording, and allocating of project costs and revenue, ensuring accurate project profit and loss calculations, and communicating project financial performance and profitability to project/program management. Lifecycle project accounting from creating project accounts in Oracle, to tracking projects and project budget, validating invoicing, project close-out, and reconciling overall project payables and receivables to project budgets. Perform detailed accounting tasks related to managing project contract, billing events and billing transaction exceptions revenue for medium-sized and/or moderately complex projects. Partner with the Project Manager and project team to establish the project budget, updating budgets, and making project accounting recommendations as needed when contract modifications or budget changes arise. Generate project financial reports, evaluating the reports for items needing escalation for review by the Project Manager as necessary. Authorize access to project accounts, and the transfer of expenses into and out of project-related accounts in compliance with established accounting practices and guidelines. Maintain quality control standards and procedures for generating accurate and precise project-related financial records using Oracle, spreadsheets, and related software. Apply accounting expertise related to project resources, labor and expenses, investigate variances, and submit variance reports to management. Verify contract and change order characteristics for projects of medium-sized and/or moderate complexity, including reading and interpreting contract language, method of compensation, modifications, purchase orders, and subcontract/consultant terms. Monitor key indicators for managing and analyzing problem projects, keeping project managers informed of concerns. Ensure draft invoices from billing are accurate based on contract requirements; obtain Project Manager documentation and signature; finalize invoice approval and submit to client. Subcontract management and coordination with Contract Administrators, including evaluating subconsultant invoice submittals, maintaining purchase orders, and coordinating payment requests with Accounts Payable. Identify and record unpaid contract billings, follow up on delinquent accounts receivable and unbilled costs. Respond to requests for more detail from clients, investigate project expenses not billed, and review and approve all project-related billings to clients. Attend project-related meetings to inform the team about current financial status and follow up on actions. Create and submit government reports related to projects. Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a professional manner. Remain current in latest project accounting principles and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or related discipline (or demonstrated proven equivalent experience). 3 to 5 years of relevant post-education experience in accounting, project contracts and change management documents. Working knowledge of project accounting principles and their application to project work-related issues. Analytical mindset with the ability to exercise sound independent judgement in evaluating situations with financial implications. Ability to coordinate efforts with various stakeholders around contract and project requirements. Strong interpersonal and communication skills for both accounting and non-accounting audiences. Attention to detail, results orientation, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Proficiency with accounting software, spreadsheets, and MS Excel (pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUP, etc.). Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to apply knowledge to data analysis and decision making. Aware of and adhere to WSP USA’s Project Delivery Handbook. Willingness to work beyond typical hours when needed and occasional travel as required. Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Oracle (preferred but not required). About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets, with offices across the U.S. Benefits and Compensation
WSP provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings, paid leave, and other related programs. Compensation range varies by location. Equal Opportunity Employer: WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Experienced project accountant professional providing accounting and financial specialist support to one or more Project Managers and/or project team(s). Tasks include reviewing and evaluating project charges for accuracy, completing cost transfers, establishing and updating funding as needed, instituting and maintaining project budgets, and ensuring that all project data is current for medium-sized and/or moderate-level complexity projects. Generates accurate and thorough financial documentation and reporting regarding infrastructure/transportation/professional services projects, working in tandem with project managers on pre-billing information review, cost estimates, and invoicing. Responsibilities
For assigned project(s), manage and analyze the collection, recording, and allocating of project costs and revenue, ensuring accurate project profit and loss calculations, and communicating project financial performance and profitability to project/program management. Lifecycle project accounting from creating project accounts in Oracle, to tracking projects and project budget, validating invoicing, project close-out, and reconciling overall project payables and receivables to project budgets. Perform detailed accounting tasks related to managing project contract, billing events and billing transaction exceptions revenue for medium-sized and/or moderately complex projects. Partner with the Project Manager and project team to establish the project budget, updating budgets, and making project accounting recommendations as needed when contract modifications or budget changes arise. Generate project financial reports, evaluating the reports for items needing escalation for review by the Project Manager as necessary. Authorize access to project accounts, and the transfer of expenses into and out of project-related accounts in compliance with established accounting practices and guidelines. Maintain quality control standards and procedures for generating accurate and precise project-related financial records using Oracle, spreadsheets, and related software. Apply accounting expertise related to project resources, labor and expenses, investigate variances, and submit variance reports to management. Verify contract and change order characteristics for projects of medium-sized and/or moderate complexity, including reading and interpreting contract language, method of compensation, modifications, purchase orders, and subcontract/consultant terms. Monitor key indicators for managing and analyzing problem projects, keeping project managers informed of concerns. Ensure draft invoices from billing are accurate based on contract requirements; obtain Project Manager documentation and signature; finalize invoice approval and submit to client. Subcontract management and coordination with Contract Administrators, including evaluating subconsultant invoice submittals, maintaining purchase orders, and coordinating payment requests with Accounts Payable. Identify and record unpaid contract billings, follow up on delinquent accounts receivable and unbilled costs. Respond to requests for more detail from clients, investigate project expenses not billed, and review and approve all project-related billings to clients. Attend project-related meetings to inform the team about current financial status and follow up on actions. Create and submit government reports related to projects. Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a professional manner. Remain current in latest project accounting principles and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and policies. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or related discipline (or demonstrated proven equivalent experience). 3 to 5 years of relevant post-education experience in accounting, project contracts and change management documents. Working knowledge of project accounting principles and their application to project work-related issues. Analytical mindset with the ability to exercise sound independent judgement in evaluating situations with financial implications. Ability to coordinate efforts with various stakeholders around contract and project requirements. Strong interpersonal and communication skills for both accounting and non-accounting audiences. Attention to detail, results orientation, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Proficiency with accounting software, spreadsheets, and MS Excel (pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUP, etc.). Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to apply knowledge to data analysis and decision making. Aware of and adhere to WSP USA’s Project Delivery Handbook. Willingness to work beyond typical hours when needed and occasional travel as required. Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Oracle (preferred but not required). About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a leading engineering and professional services firm. We design lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets, with offices across the U.S. Benefits and Compensation
WSP provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, retirement savings, paid leave, and other related programs. Compensation range varies by location. Equal Opportunity Employer: WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer regardless of Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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