Project Accountant
Maritz, Fenton, MO, United States
What You'll Be Doing
40% - Financial Management: Monitors and adjusts project-level financial forecasts; monitors costs and revenue recognition; and provides effective financial management tools to the assigned PMs/CSMs. Comes prepared for monthly financial review meetings, and clearly communicates changes or actions with PMs/CSMs when applicable.
30% - Process and Contract Compliance: Performs all tasks and activities in accordance with established internal processes and/or procedures and acts in compliance with the contractual obligations as set forth in key documents, such as Master Service Agreement (MSA), Statement of Work (SOW), Project Change Acknowledgements (PCA), other addendums or exhibits. Reads and comprehends the contract(s) to act in accordance with their requirements and escalates contract deviations when appropriate. Maintains all required financial documentation for GAAP compliance, corporate audit, and external audits. Assists the corporate audit department on any applicable internal, external, and/or client audits as requested.
30% - Cash Flow Optimization: Invoices timely and accurately and provides clients with sufficient information related to invoicing as quickly as possible. Loads invoicing detail into third-party payment systems, makes recommendations on payment terms and/or invoicing frequency changes, and introduces deposit billing structures to improve the overall cash flow position for Maritz, all as applicable. Works with clients, Operations and/or Sales teams and Accounts Receivable to collect payment of past due invoices.
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or general business preferred OR Associate's degree with 2+ years general business acumen required.
Strong attention to detail
General knowledge of financial practices, principles, processes and systems
General understanding of revenue recognition theories, gross margin calculations, forecasts, and complex reconciliations
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets required; proficiency with Oracle based accounting systems preferred
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to travel to support assigned projects up to 5%
Things You Should Know
Position will work a hybrid schedule working three days a week in the Fenton office.
Ability to travel to support assigned projects up to 5%
DISCLAIMER
This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.
Maritz offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid parental leave, 401k, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, year end holiday closure, and more!
Maritz will only employ applicants who have authorization to work permanently in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Those who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire. No calls or agencies please.
Maritz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by calling 1-636-827-0380 or by sending an email to recruitment@maritz.com.
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40% - Financial Management: Monitors and adjusts project-level financial forecasts; monitors costs and revenue recognition; and provides effective financial management tools to the assigned PMs/CSMs. Comes prepared for monthly financial review meetings, and clearly communicates changes or actions with PMs/CSMs when applicable.
30% - Process and Contract Compliance: Performs all tasks and activities in accordance with established internal processes and/or procedures and acts in compliance with the contractual obligations as set forth in key documents, such as Master Service Agreement (MSA), Statement of Work (SOW), Project Change Acknowledgements (PCA), other addendums or exhibits. Reads and comprehends the contract(s) to act in accordance with their requirements and escalates contract deviations when appropriate. Maintains all required financial documentation for GAAP compliance, corporate audit, and external audits. Assists the corporate audit department on any applicable internal, external, and/or client audits as requested.
30% - Cash Flow Optimization: Invoices timely and accurately and provides clients with sufficient information related to invoicing as quickly as possible. Loads invoicing detail into third-party payment systems, makes recommendations on payment terms and/or invoicing frequency changes, and introduces deposit billing structures to improve the overall cash flow position for Maritz, all as applicable. Works with clients, Operations and/or Sales teams and Accounts Receivable to collect payment of past due invoices.
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or general business preferred OR Associate's degree with 2+ years general business acumen required.
Strong attention to detail
General knowledge of financial practices, principles, processes and systems
General understanding of revenue recognition theories, gross margin calculations, forecasts, and complex reconciliations
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets required; proficiency with Oracle based accounting systems preferred
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to travel to support assigned projects up to 5%
Things You Should Know
Position will work a hybrid schedule working three days a week in the Fenton office.
Ability to travel to support assigned projects up to 5%
DISCLAIMER
This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.
Maritz offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid parental leave, 401k, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, year end holiday closure, and more!
Maritz will only employ applicants who have authorization to work permanently in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Those who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire. No calls or agencies please.
Maritz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by calling 1-636-827-0380 or by sending an email to recruitment@maritz.com.
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