Project Accountant

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Arbutus, MD, USA
In-Office
29K-32K Hourly
Junior
Professional Services • Security • Industrial
The Role
Manage project accounting tasks including setting up projects and change orders in the ERP, processing estimate changes, closing projects, validating monthly charges, entering job time, assisting WIP analysis and month-end close, and completing special projects.
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THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

Sciens Building Solutions seeks a Project Accountant to join its fun and rapidly growing team. If you have exposure to job costing or Percentage of Completion (PoC) accounting, enjoy working in a fast-paced setting and are looking for an opportunity that provides growth -- this could be the role for you!

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (and doing well!)

  • Review booking documents and set up new projects, change orders, and service agreements accurately and on time in the ERP system.
  • Process changes in estimates for active projects accurately and on time in the ERP system.
  • Close out projects in ERP system upon completion.
  • Assist with preparation and review of WIP analysis after each payroll cycle.
  • Review and validate monthly charges to active projects and resolve discrepancies.
  • Enter time charged to jobs from weekly timesheets.
  • Complete special department projects as directed.
  • Adhere to all company policies and protocols.
  • Assist in month end close; other special projects as needed.

WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU

  • Up to two years of job costing and/or percentage of completion accounting experience.
  • Teamwork-oriented.
  • Must be detail-oriented and able to follow through independently.
  • Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Ability to make routine judgments and decisions.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Experience with accounting software (MS Dynamics preferred or Sage 300 Construction & Real Estate).
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including ability to construct formulas with accurate syntax, using advanced functions, and pivot tables.
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, or finance preferred.

 WHAT WE'RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE

  • Competitive salary based on qualifications. 
  • Paid time off plan and holidays. 
  • 401(k) matching. 
  • Short term and long-term disability.  
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans with options. 
  • Life insurance. 
  • Professional career development opportunities.
  • Tuition reimbursement.

Salary Range $29.00 to $32.00 an hour

Skills Required

  • Up to two years of job costing and/or percentage of completion accounting experience.
  • Teamwork-oriented.
  • Detail-oriented and able to follow through independently.
  • Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Ability to make routine judgments and decisions.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Experience with accounting software.
  • Microsoft Dynamics experience.
  • Sage 300 Construction & Real Estate experience.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including advanced functions and pivot tables.
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, economics, or finance.
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The Company
2,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2016

What We Do

Sciens Building Solutions is a leading full-service commercial fire and life safety company focused on the fire detection and security services sector. They protect people and property through sophisticated life safety, security, communication, and electrical systems, specializing in the design, installation, and maintenance of these critical building solutions.

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