Job Description

Overview:
Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Project Accountant to join our team! The Project Accountant will work closely with project managers to ensure our clients are invoiced accurately and in a timely manner. The role includes, but is not limited to, entering, and reviewing new projects into our accounting software including confirming that the project setup will meet contract requirements and client invoicing requirements, preparing invoices, submitting invoices to clients, and producing reports as requested. Responsibilities:

• Setup new projects and tasks in our accounting software
• Verify the setup of the project is compliant with the contract
• Prepare draft invoices for Project Managers and collaborate with them to make required changes using our accounting software
• Ensure invoices are accurate and meet contractual obligations
• Finalize and submit invoices to clients which may include preparing additional spreadsheets, filling out forms, and/or assembling expense backup
• Prepare requested reports for Project Managers to help them manage the financial health of their projects
• Perform financial analysis of projects
• Research and solve billing and/or revenue issues
• Assist the collections department and project managers as needed to revise invoices or provide additional information to clients for payment
• Digital filing of invoices and backup
• Perform other accounting tasks as needed

Qualifications:

• 3+ years experience with project billing
• Prior experience with BST or similar accounting software
• Prior experience with billing government agency projects preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required with strong skills in Excel
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and within deadlines
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well as part of a team
• Appropriately handle confidential information
• Experience in the Architectural/Engineering/Construction (A/E/C) industry preferred
• Ability to work overtime when required
• Associates or bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in related field

What We Offer:
At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That\xe2\x80\x99s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.


This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.


We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women\xe2\x80\x99s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.


Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!