Responsibilities:
GFT is seeking a Project Accountant to join our Shared Services team. This position is based out of the Marquette, MI office.
What you'll be challenged to do:
As a Project Accountant III, you will take ownership of complex project accounting functions that ensure financial accuracy, client compliance, and timely invoicing across a range of projects. This role requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of project accounting systems, and the ability to work effectively with technical, administrative, and financial teams.
In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
* Reading and interpreting client contracts for accurate project set-up and compliance with corporate requirements.
* Reviewing project set up documents, budgets, and revisions to confirm alignment with the Project Management & Quality Guidelines and the Revenue Decision Making Matrix.
* Entering and maintaining new and revised project data, including budgets, work breakdown structures, client updates, and billing details in the Project Accounting System.
* Assisting with subconsultant invoice processing and coordinating the release of payments.
* Preparing and producing monthly draft and final invoice packets for clients, ensuring accuracy and adherence to client specific requirements.
* Posting final invoices to accounts receivable, making necessary adjustments or reinstatements, and archiving invoices.
* Conducting in-depth Work-in-Process and Project Analysis.
* Performing Project Closeout Analysis and supporting internal and external audits.
* Assisting in training and mentoring project accounting staff.
* Partnering with IT and other departments to test, maintain, and improve Project Accounting System functionality and invoice formats.
* Supporting research and testing of new software implementations for the department.
Qualifications:
What you will bring to our firm:
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field and at least 10 years of relevant experience, or Associate's degree with at least 15 years of relevant experience.
* 10+ years of experience in project accounting, preferably within a professional services environment.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
* Ability to prepare advanced invoices using Project Accounting Systems, Excel, and Client Portals.
* Working knowledge of project accounting software such as BST or Deltek.
* Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills.
* Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and time management.
Compensation: $65,000 - $72,000, Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location
Featured Benefits:
* Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
* Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
* Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
* Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
* Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
* Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
* Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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