Project Accountant & Controls Jobs

Haley & Aldrich is a 900+ personal national engineering and environmental consulting firm with creative, technically strong staff who want to work in a collaborative environment to deliver exceptional value to our clients. We look for professionals with a passion for solving even the most complex client problems. This problem-solving ability and opportunity to be a change agent is a vital part of our culture, no matter what level or role a staff member holds.

We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Project Accountant and Controls to work in a technical support role with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing group and company and get involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients. This is a full-time position located in our Burlington, MA office.

• Prepares and participates in monthly financial review with project team.
• Opens projects in Deltek Vantagepoint system.
• Generates ad hoc project accounting reports, as requested.
• Transacts and reviews project invoice proposals and coordinates accurate and timely billing with the project manager.
• Ensures assigned projects reconcile on a monthly basis.
• Closes projects in Vantagepoint upon completion of work.
• Reviews and uploads links to client contracts into Vantagepoint to ensure project invoicing complies with negotiated client contracts.
• Addresses internal/external customer requirements related to project financials and invoicing and fosters positive relationships.
• May be responsible for various accounting data administration and management.
• Maintains communication with assigned Project Managers regarding all aspects of accounting of projects.
• Responsible for project financial documentation and monitoring.
• Supports accounting period end activities and timely financial close.
• Updates/maintains project financial information (budgets, rates, contracts, invoicing requirements, etc.) in Vantagepoint.
• Processes write-offs for project related unbilled revenue or uncollectable accounts receivable.
• Issues invoice credits and resolves billing related issues.
• Provides project accounting support to Project Managers.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Ability to manage multiple projects at once and meet strict deadlines.
• A team player who can work with multiple personality types Proficient use of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field.
• Ability to demonstrate high level of proficiency with navigating/using accounting software.
• Strong written, verbal and telephone communication skills.
• 0 – 2 years’ experience.