Project Finance Controller (Hybrid)

Project Finance Controller (Hybrid)

We are looking for a Project Finance Controller to join our Energy, Environment & Infrastructure (EEI) group. You will be involved in project setup, budgeting, forecasting, revenue recognition, variance analysis, reporting, and have the opportunity to interface with operations and senior management to share financial results and identify future expectations.

This is a hybrid position based in our Reston, VA office.

What You Will Do:

• Execute contracts from cradle to grave, including reviewing executed contracts and pulling out the necessary information to setup and manage a project, set-up projects with multiple contract types, e.g., Cost-Plus, T&M, Fixed-Price, including proper billing and revenue recognition.  Ensure the project set-ups and modifications are entered into Deltek Costpoint in accordance with ICF’s internal SOX policies and procedures.

• Maintain Deltek Costpoint project information, i.e., contract /funding values, period of performance, line of business, project labor categories, etc.

• Review and complete timely and accurate project monthly revenue recognition procedures, in accordance with GAAP and ICF policies.

• Analyze all direct project costs/fee/revenue data; monitor project budgets and progress; and share results with Program Managers to ensure projects achieve financial expectations. 

• Ensure timely invoice processing. Work with assigned billing specialist; review and approve client invoices; follow up on collections; and analyze and understand unbilled WIP.

• Prepare and effectively review Estimate-At-Complete (EAC)

• Manage project subcontractor invoices, including subcontractor invoice approval; processing and submission to Accounts Payable; and maintenance of subcontractor financial data for semi-annual subcontractor reporting (SF 294).

• Prepare and submit project monthly progress reports /other reports as required.

• Interact with other departments, such as Contracts, Procurement, Accounting, Project Management, and Business Unit Leads regarding project related issues.

• Maintain open communication with direct management regarding financial results and ensure Project Managers and other senior personnel are aware of risks and opportunities identified during project financial tracking, revenue review, A/R, WIP, etc.

• Review and monitor project funding and expenditures for contract 75% Limitation of Funds notification.

• Prepare and provide necessary financial information (i.e., fee retention, final invoice review) and other related financial information/documentation to the ICF closeout department.

• Assist with reviewing and updating project forecasting files.

• Assist with the mentoring and training of junior team members.

What You Will Bring With You:

• 4+ years of experience in a Finance/Accounting role in a government and/or commercial contracting environment.

• Experience with service type T&M and/or fixed priced contracts.

• Experience with Deltek Costpoint and Cognos reports.

• Experience using M365 applications, including Excel, e.g., VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.

What We Would Like You To Bring With You:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, Business or related discipline, or equivalent experience in a related field.

Professional Skills:

• Highly effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface effectively at all levels of the business.

• Organized, detailed oriented and able to prioritize and multi-task.

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