Job Overview

Devonshire Recruiting & Consulting Partners is looking for a Project Accountant who will be accountable for effectively managing designated projects in Vantagepoint’s accounting system. This role will be reporting to the Accounting Manager and the CFO.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain projects in the Deltek Vantagepoint accounting system.
• Update project records as required, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Track project expenses and reconcile accounts.
• Confirm chargeable time against projects and ensure proper allocation.
• Handle client invoicing and promptly follow up on client inquiries.
• Manage accounts receivable and proactively follow up with clients on collections.
• Create monthly client statements and reports.
• Readily assist with other duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager or CFO.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred, relevant work experience in related roles will also be considered.
• Ideally 1-2 years of professional experience in consulting services at an architecture or engineering firm.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with clients and team members.
• Solid interpersonal skills and the ability to cooperate effectively within a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Prior experience with Deltek Vantagepoint (or similar accounting software)
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and meet project deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and outstanding attention to detail.

Additional skills and abilities:

• Experience working with geographically distributed teams working across several time zones.
• Good skills and knowledge of servant leadership, facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, continual improvement, empowerment, and increasing transparency.
• Must be self-motivated, dedicated and have the ability and desire to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.