Project Accountant in Malvern, PA

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Opportunity Summary 

The Project Accountant is responsible for all accounting activity related to audio visual installation projects including project and budget creation in the accounting system’s project module, revenue recognition, management of sales tax, and client invoicing among other duties. 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

 

• Setup projects based on contracts, including project budgets, within Microsoft Dynamic’s Great Plains (GP) Accounting software 
• Interface with Project Managers to determine status (percent-of-completion) of Audio Visual projects
• Recognize Revenue, based on information from Project Managers on percent-of-project completion, using the Project Accounting Module within Great Plains
• Prepare client invoices based on proposal terms, payment schedule and project status.  To include AIA type contractor progress   billings. Enter invoice   information into   Cenero Data Systems (CDS) 
• Process project-related monthly sales tax invoices in support of CFO state sales tax reporting
• Interface and maintain information in CDS as required
• Respond effectively to sensitive customer requests, inquiries or concerns
• Position requires extreme attention to detail and accuracy
• Other duties and tasks as assigned 

  Qualifications   

• Ability to comprehend and apply principles of modern algebra and equations. 
• Excellent communication skills required.   
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.   
• Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.,) in its most difficult phases. 
• Applicable industry certifications and training as required. 
• Read, analyze, and interpret the complex documents including product specifications, wiring diagrams, and architectural drawings.   
• Clearly and unambiguously communicate verbally or in writing.

Experience and/or Education  

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate accounting-related field; and/or two+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Detailed working knowledge of computers (Windows based) and office software
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamic’s Great Plains (GP) Accounting software preferred including the Project Accounting module 

 Skills  

• Applicant must have efficient Excel skills
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn an array of computer hardware and software
• Applicant must have the ability to multi-task 
• Complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner
• Ability to prioritize and possess excellent problem solving skills 

 Physical Demands  

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to operate a comput