Company name
Energy Systems Group
Location
Newburgh, IN, United States
Employment Type
Full-Time
Industry
Accounting
Posted on
May 01, 2023
Profile
Overview
ENERGY SYSTEMS GROUP® is looking for a Project Accountant to join our Corporate team. The position is onsite at our Corporate Office located in Newburgh, Indiana. Occasional travel maybe required.
The Project Accountant is responsible for managing all accounting aspects of a portfolio of projects in a professional and knowledgeable manner. Duties include: interpretation and execution of contract and contract compliance; adherence to appropriate revenue recognition standards; receivables management; state and local tax and business registration research and reporting; and insuring that generally accepted accounting principles are properly applied. The project accountant is responsible for keeping both senior leadership and project management informed, on a timely basis, of the status of projects, especially those that deviate from expectations.
Responsibilities
The positions main accountabilities include:
Contract responsibilities include:
Initial interpretation, execution, and adherence to terms in customer contract
Transitioning contract delivery from Construction phase to post-construction services, including Measurement and Verification and/or Operations and Maintenance, if applicable
Research of project-specific sales and use tax requirements, and local business operating tax filings and registrations relevant to delivery sites
Effectively utilize ERP Contracts Management functionality to maintain complete project file documentation
Subcontract and purchase order responsibilities include:
Review all subcontract agreements for accuracy and compliance
Manage the subcontract valuation/certification processes, and purchase order to AP invoice / voucher approval and payment process
Monitoring, documentation and recording of outstanding commitments, prevailing wage / certified payroll, uninstalled materials, taxes, GSA forms, etc.
Budget responsibilities include:
Initial review for adherence to contract and project booking
Recording, monitoring and documenting variances
Working closely with the Project Manager to ensure budgets are being maintained properly and that costs requirements projects for project completion are accurate for revenue recognition standards
Ensuring that estimate revisions are accurate, timely and SOX compliant
A/R responsibilities include:
Timely billings per the contract terms and/or work completed, generally utilizing AIA Billing format with detailed schedule of values for percentage complete and retainage tracking
Utilizing customer-mandated submission systems, including government billing sites
Monitoring and documenting project over/under billing
Monitoring collections and customer retainage to maximize cash flow
The project accountant works very closely with Project Managers in the field and must be proficient in both written and verbal communication. Frequent communication with customers and suppliers is also required. The project accountant has the authority and the responsibility to communicate directly with senior management in the organization, including at the officer level, and must have a high degree of comfort and confidence in their ability to provide clear responses and explanations regarding all aspects of the project delivery process and how it relates to business operations
Qualifications
Your background includes:
Bachelor\u2019s degree in Accounting or Related Field
Three (3) to five (5) years of experience
A bonus to have:
Construction industry experience
What we bring to you:
Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
Comprehensive health and wellness plans for you and your family
401(k) Savings Plan
Paid holidays and paid time off
Highly competitive salaries and incentive structure
We want you to know:
ESG is an Equal Opportunity employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We value talent and understand that our colleagues allow us the opportunity to deliver an exceptional customer experience. We achieve our goals through teamwork and conduct our business with integrity.
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This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
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Company info
Energy Systems Group
Website : http://www.energysystemsgroup.com