Project Accountant I Job at Bowman (Reston)

Job Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Project Accountant I to join our team in Reston, Virginia. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Job Responsibility

Assist with reports on project cost accounting in adherence to company accounting policies and procedures
Act as a liaison between operations and many corporate accounting functions including but not limited to accounts payable, payroll, etc
Aid in review and analysis of key performance metrics to support operations management and identify continuous improvement processes
Assist in identifying, researching, and resolving project issues
Reconcile and analyze project cost reports to ensure accurate and timely reporting
Assist the Regional Controller to provide various account reports, collections, etc
Help coordinate other project billers and project managers in the region to ensure accuracy of project setups and adherence to procedures
Update and maintain client's budgets, consultant's budgets, scope, pricing, change orders, and provide evaluation and reporting
Assist in tracking project and business operating performance
Support project set-up for new projects
Aid in management of monthly invoicing process for projects
Review vendor and subcontractor invoices process
Contact customers concerning past due balances and collect those balances up until 90 days after invoice
Aid, as appropriate, the Senior Account Manager in collections efforts after 90 days
Prepare, when necessary, accounts with outstanding balances for escalation to Controller and/or General Counsel for follow-up action
Assist in preparation of management reporting schedules as it relates to collections and accounts receivable
Prepare draft correspondence pertaining to collections and accounts receivables issues
Assist with annual financial audit preparation as needed
Maintain petty cash accounts reconciliation and daily cash receipts

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent relevant experience preferred
Relevant certification (e.g., CMA or CPA) preferred but not required
Entry level position, zero to two (0-2) years of corporate accounting experience preferred
Prior architecture, engineering, and/or construction account experience preferred
Basic knowledge of GAAP
Knowledge of Deltek Vision preferred, experience with an ERP system required
Must have AP full cycle exposure
Previous experience with mergers and acquisitions a plus

What we offer

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

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