Entry Level Project Accountant

Department: Corporate/Administrative

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: St. Louis, MO

Reporting To: Barry Grant

Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Entry Level Project Accountant to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate who is eager to develop their skills in a professional setting. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to translate business needs into actionable insights. As an Entry Level Project Accountant, you will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between business objectives and technology solutions, contributing to the overall success of our organization. This individual will work closely with the CFO and Controller to ensure accurate financial reporting and effective project cost management.

Your Primary Responsibilities will include

• Assist in tracking and monitoring project budgets, ensuring expenses align with financial plans.
• Prepare and process invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports for projects.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and project documentation.
• Assist in billing and revenue recognition processes, ensuring compliance with contract terms
• Prepare reports on project financial performance for review by the CFO and Controller.
• Processing and reviewing timesheet data weekly for accuracy and allowable hours.
• Maintain compliance with tax law including federal and multi-state registration, regulations, and filings.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare and record payroll related journal entries to the general ledger.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in accounting, finance, or project-based financial roles (internships or relevant coursework are a plus)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software (experiencde with Deltek, Quickbooks, or similar ERP systems is a plus).
• Basic knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively. 

Gonzalez Offers Competitive Benefits including:

• Competitive salary
• Major medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401K
• Bonus program
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Professional development
• A team of creative and talented individuals to work alongside

Gonzalez is a rapidly growing, dynamic, professional services firm specializing in civil engineering, construction management, and construction inspection. Our clientele includes large and small water, sewer, and utility districts; departments of transportation and other public transportation agencies; and municipalities throughout the Midwest.

Working primarily in the Greater St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville metro areas, Gonzalez offers a great work environment, generous benefit packages, and opportunities to succeed in many professional disciplines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gonzalez Companies, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.