Project Accountant III

Summary

Join Dudek, a 100% employee-owned firm, as a Project Accountant III and make a significant impact on a growing company. This remote/hybrid position requires strong customer service skills and experience in project accounting for a professional services firm. You will build relationships with project managers, manage projects in Deltek Vision, prepare and distribute monthly billing reports, ensure timely and accurate invoice submissions, and resolve collection issues. The ideal candidate possesses a college degree in Accounting or Finance and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Compensation ranges from $80,000-$92,000 annually. Dudek offers a collaborative work environment and is committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

Requirements

• College degree in Accounting or Finance, or related field with relevant professional work experience
• 3-5 years of experience in project accounting for a professional services firm
• Professional experience using Microsoft Excel (vlookup, pivot tables, conditional formatting, nested formulas)
• Excellent customer service skills both verbal (phone call and video conference) and written; ability to effectively communicate with different personality types and communication styles
• Well organized, exceptional attention to detail, excellent follow through, and ability to prioritize workload
• Ability to think critically and problem solve
• Team player
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships and serve as trusted advisor to Project Managers through the life cycle of the project from notice of award to final closeout
• Set up and maintain projects in Deltek Vision in accordance with contract requirements; read and interpret contracts for accounting and invoicing implications
• Prepare and distribute monthly billing report to Project Managers; process labor and expense transfers as necessary; ensure labor and expenses posted to project comply with the contract
• Ensure that accurate and complete invoice packages are submitted to the client in a timely manner including all applicable back-up required by the client
• Respond to internal and external clients promptly in a confident and professional manner; investigate issues, problem solve, and communicate resolution clearly and articulately
• Follow-up with clients to confirm receipt of invoices and regarding payment status of open invoices; partner with Project Manager to resolve collection issues
• Monitor project WIP and review monthly aged WIP report with Project Manager; collaborate with Project Manager to resolve issues around aged WIP
• Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct; foster a culture of inclusivity, trust, respect, and personal responsibility

Preferred Qualifications

Leadership skills – ability to grow into supervisor role

Benefits

Remote/Hybrid