Freese and Nichols is seeking a Project Accountant to perform accounting and administrative functions to maintain the financial integrity of assigned operating groups within the objectives and guidelines established.

• Respond to internal/external clients and vendors in a timely manner and meet targeted deadlines
• Work with senior Project Accounting staff to ensure assigned standard projects and invoices are in compliance with requirements and project accounting processes.
• Provide assistance to senior Project Accounting staff in the review of time sheets and expenses to ensure accurate and timely reporting of direct and indirect labor costs and expenses, as assigned.
• Perform routine project maintenance and accurately complete assigned day-to-day and month-end processes to meet target deadlines as assigned.
• Review and complete assigned client invoices by target deadlines and ensure quality control measures are achieved.
• Effectively manage Unbilled WIP for assigned projects and resolve issues independently.
• Review standard contracts for clients and subconsultants for risk-related language and to ensure compensation terms align with project scope and terms and conditions, as assigned.
• Assist Project Managers and other operational staff with day-to-day project accounting requests.
• Provide basic project data and analysis to Project Managers using self-service reporting tools as requested.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Accounting or Finance role

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred
• Experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry

At Freese and Nichols, everyone on our team gets to make a meaningful difference in our communities. For 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. We’ve built our business on long-term relationships with clients and employees alike, resulting in financial stability, career opportunities, and a nationally recognized workplace culture.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching, paid overtime for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Our unique culture creates an environment for professional growth where we focus on caring for our clients, coworkers, and the communities where we work. Join our team of 1,000 employees as we continue to expand our services throughout the United States. Learn more about working here at freese.com/careers.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

We recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we strive to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. As a Federal Contractor, Freese and Nichols is an equal employment, affirmative action employer.

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