Project Accountant

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to join our team in Newport Beach, California. This role involves managing financial aspects of various projects, ensuring accurate reporting, and supporting project teams with accounting tasks. The ideal candidate will be skilled in both accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, with a strong ability to analyze budgets and monitor financial performance.

Responsibilities:

- Process and review accounting documents related to multiple projects to ensure accuracy and compliance.

- Support project teams by overseeing financial activities and tracking overall project performance.

- Perform postings, allocations, and payments for assigned projects in a timely manner.

- Collaborate with project teams to update financial records based on changes in scope or timelines.

- Analyze budget variances, monitor expenses, and provide detailed financial reports.

- Prepare and deliver financial reports and handle special accounting projects as required.

- Maintain project budgets and adhere to guidelines for project close-out procedures.

- Manage invoice tracking, review accounts receivable ledgers, and ensure accurate payment records.

- Focus on accounts payable processes during the initial period and transition to accounts receivable tasks as needed. Requirements - Proficiency in accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) processes.

- Experience with general ledger management and journal entries.

- Familiarity with month-end close procedures and financial reconciliations.

- Working knowledge of accounting software such as Net Suite, Oracle, Quick Books, SAP, or Sage 100.

- Strong analytical skills for budget tracking and financial performance monitoring.

- Ability to prepare detailed financial reports and conduct research on variances.

- Excellent organizational and communication skills to coordinate with project teams.

- Previous experience in the construction or subcontractor industry is a plus.

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