Project Analyst

Position summary

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and close projects in Deltek Vantagepoint.
• Review contracts and advise project managers on project setup and billing requirements.
• Manage project updates, including change orders and contract modifications.
• Prepare and process client invoices to meet contract terms and client requirements.
• Analyze project budgets, costs, revenue, work in progress, accounts receivable, and financial performance.
• Reconcile contracts, change orders, and project billings.
• Track and manage subconsultant contracts, budgets, and invoices.
• Liaise with project managers, clients, subconsultants, and Accounting.
• Support accounts receivable and accounts payable activities and resolve billing issues.
• Monitor compliance with company policies, client contracts, and GAAP revenue recognition standards.
• Perform project finance audits, research, reporting, and special assignments.
• Help onboard and train project managers on project finance processes.

Requirements and preferred experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in project accounting, project finance, project controls, or related financial operations.
• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or similar ERP/project management software is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting.
• AEC industry experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of project-based accounting, contract administration, and revenue recognition principles.

Benefits

• Benefits include medical, dental, life and supplemental insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, company-paid life and AD&D, company-paid disability, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

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