Project Accountant

Title: Project Accountant

Location: Anchorage, AK

Status: Exempt

Summary:

The position of Project Accountant is responsible for setting up projects in the accounting system using contract documents, revenue recognition and subcontract accruals on the projects for which they are responsible. Margin analysis with assistance. Will also do job cost entry for AP transactions.

Duties:

• Create and manage project set up in Deltek Costpoint to include, but not limited to, correct billing formula, revenue formula, contract funding and modifications, project location, and employee workforce per the project contract.
• Maintain Deltek Costpoint project information throughout the life of the project.
• Create and submit accurate monthly billing to customers with cooperation from project managers.
• Assist, support, and trouble shoot Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll for project/account errors.
• Review and post timely and accurate project monthly revenue recognition procedures, in accordance with GAAP.
• Review and prepare month-end journal entries subcontracts and ODC accruals.
• Prepare, analyze, and review project costs and variance reporting for assigned projects.
• Reconcile unbilled monthly and communicate discrepancies to management.
• 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.
• Interact daily with other departments, including 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.
• Maintain complete project files on SharePoint including contracts, subcontracts, proposals, budgets, revenue & plans, schedules, project review materials, reports, deliverables, invoices, leases, and agreements.
• Track and monitor projects in anticipation of de-obligation of funds requests.
• Participate in preparation for financial audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent relevant experience may be substituted for the degree.
• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Prior experience with Costpoint is preferred.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suites, particularly Excel, as well as other database software is required.
• Effective communication skills that include communicating with tact and diplomacy.
• Proven ability to work as a team player.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and handle stressful situations.
• Ability to work independently, self-motivated, proactive.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general accepted accounting practices (GAAP)

Interested? Apply online at our website: https://kikiktagruk.applicantpool.com

Disclaimer: This is not to be an exclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the person in this job. KIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIC considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, family responsibility, marital status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran's status or any other legal protected status. Pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, Kikiktagruk Inupiat Corporation, may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to KIC Shareholders and their Descendants. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Successful candidate must pass, comply and adhere to KIC's Drug and Alcohol policy/testing requirements and pass a thorough background check including fingerprinting.