Project Accountant

We have a current opportunity for a Project Accountant on a temporary basis. The position will be based in Davis, CA. For further information about this position please apply.

Project Accountant
The Project Accountant is responsible for providing accounting support for managing revenue and cost of goods sold transactions and oversight for accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), as well as financial and administrative assistance to the UCOS Products & Services business unit. The duties include completing month end financial close, processing AR invoices, managing Cost of Goods Sold accounts, Software Service Agreements, and monthly account reconciliations. Providing these services in an effective and efficient manner will ensure that the Company's revenue and cost of goods sold are accurate and up to date.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Complete month-end process for all revenue, cost of goods sold, and cost center cost adjustments. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job description
Process accounts receivable invoices upon project completion
Attend weekly Project Review meetings and maintain Project Review file
Process and allocate engineering support invoices from Poland, Brazil, and Houston
Maintain Contract Revenue Forecast data file
Run monthly AR aging analysis
Prepare journal entries related to revenue and COGS
Compile and reconcile and then reclass monthly Work-In-Progress report
Maintain and reconcile Contract Revenue Recognition with collected vs uncollected analysis
Process and maintain intercompany billing system, RRICB
Post AP invoices in SAP
Confirm intercompany balances
Work with UCOS staff to resolve any vendor issues and payment discrepancies
Receive and verify invoices and requisitions for goods and services
Verify that transactions are recorded in compliance with financial policies and procedures
Process backup reports after data entry
File, collate, and make copies
Generate month-end reports and reconciliations
Resolve billing issues with customers
Coordinate customer updates with the Production Planner

Knowledge/Experience
Knowledge of GAAP and general accounting transactions and processes
Knowledge of revenue and COGS transactions and accounts payable processing
Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy when reviewing and processing accounting transactions
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Ability to work independently
Time management skills
Computer skills including the ability to operate computerized accounting, spreadsheet and word programs, and Outlook email
Degree in accounting or finance
1-4 years of working experience in an Accounting or Cost Accounting role
Previous experience with SAP accounts receivable and inventory modules is desirable
Intermediate knowledge of MS Excel, maintaining tables, running Pivot tables, etc.
Ability to adhere to tight deadlines

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.