Simpson Gumpertz & Heger is hiring a
Project Accountant

Summary

Join Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) as a Project Accountant, responsible for maintaining and managing finances for project managers and principals across all offices. This role involves serving as an accounting and finance resource, reviewing contracts, generating invoices, and preparing ad hoc reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management preferred
• 3+ years of practical experience in general accounting, accounts payable, or accounts receivable preferred
• AEC industry experience or understanding a plus
• Government contracting and procurement experience a plus
• Experience with Deltek Vision a plus

Responsibilities

• Serve as accounting and finance resource for technical professionals on assigned projects
• Review contracts and other project documents for financial and reporting requirements
• Work closely with project managers and principals to ensure accuracy and proper accounting for job costs and earnings
• Generate invoices and supporting documentation based on contract terms and input from project managers and principals
• Manage collection of accounts receivable and reconciliation of cash receipts
• Prepare ad hoc reports and provide detailed and timely financial information to project managers, principals, and company management
• Monitor and analyze progress against budget and make recommendations to improve project performance
• Verify subcontractor and vendor invoices to ensure adherence to contract terms
• Advise on accounting best practices and act as authority on and within the context of GAAP and the firm’s internal accounting policies and procedures
• Maintain accounting files and records

Benefits

Comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package