Project Accountant

　　Date: Jan 24, 2024

　　Location:

　　Overland Park, KS, US

　　Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

　　At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help yougive us your best, and together we can build a world of difference.

　　Req Id : 101988

　　Opportunity Type : Staff

　　Relocation eligible : No

　　Full time/Part time : Full-Time

　　Contract Hire Only for this Project : No

　　Why Black & Veatch

　　Responsible for performing basic to intermediate level accounting duties of assigned projects, such as revenue recognition, transactional accounting, moderately complex invoicing. Typically responsible for basic analysis, forecasting, budgeting and reporting. Also responsible for working closely with management to provide financial insight on the performance of assigned projects. Provides resolution of basic issues. Ensures the project is in compliance with contractual obligations, as appropriate. Works under close supervision.

　　The Opportunity

　　As the Project Account , you will have the opportunity to:

　　Be responsible for performing basic to intermediate level accounting duties of assigned projects, such as revenue recognition, transactional accounting, moderately complex invoicing

　　Typically be responsible for basic analysis, forecasting, budgeting and reporting

　　Be responsible for working closely with management to provide financial insight on the performance of assigned projects

　　Provideresolution of basic issues

　　Ensure the project is in compliance with contractual obligations, as appropriate

　　Works under close supervision

　　Key Responsibilities

　　Invoicing:

　　Generates, audits and distributes draft invoices and/or credit memos to Project Management for review based on understanding of contract

　　Obtains appropriate approval and distributes accordingly

　　Researches and resolves basic to moderately complex invoice matters

　　Generates tax calculations to ensure accurate billing

　　Monitors cash collections by actively communicating aging risk to project management to determine necessary collection actions

　　May communicate with clients regarding past due invoices

　　Financial Analysis:

　　Researches and responds to project related questions as requested

　　Provides basic analysis and recommendations

　　Financial Reporting:

　　Reviews revenue recognition on project income statement for accuracy and identifies deviations from budget compared to forecast

　　Updates business systems with project budget and current project forecasted costs

　　May prepare and analyze project budgetandforecast

　　Projects:

　　Structures and opens projects in accounting systems

　　May administer project cash disbursements for assigned projects

　　Communicates project financial information to management for assigned projects

　　Identifies and communicates material variances

　　Complexity and volume is limited to transaction level details and basic projects of standard and non-standard contract terms

　　Compliance:

　　May assist with audit requests by providing supporting documentation

　　May interact directly with auditors as necessary

　　SupervisoryandResource Management:

　　Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvementPrimary Internal Clients:

　　Primary internal clients are project managers, project controls, finance managers and/or finance supervisorsMinimum Qualifications

　　Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience. Typically 2+ years related experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Preferred Technical Skills:

　　MicrosoftWord, Access, PowerPoint,Basic

　　Microsoft Excel, Intermediate

　　Knowledge of BlackandVeatch Systems, Basic

　　Knowledge of percent complete accounting, Basic

　　Technical accounting knowledge, Basic

　　Knowledge of Financial Statement analysis, Basic

　　Preferred Non-Technical Skills:

　　Organizing

　　Planning

　　Written Communications

　　Informing

　　Peer Relationships

　　Dealing with Ambiguity

　　Problem Solving

　　Certifications

　　Work Environment/Physical Demands

　　Typical office environment.

　　Competencies

　　Action oriented

　　Customer focus

　　Salary Plan

　　FIN: Finance

　　Job Grade

　　003

　　Black & Veatch Holding Company, its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

　　Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. We offer professionals an array of health and welfare benefits that vary based on their geographic region and employment status. This may include health, life accident and disability insurances, paid time off, financial programs and more. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

　　By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

　　Nearest Major Market: Olathe

　　Nearest Secondary Market: Kansas City