Project Accountant/Biller (Berkeley or Davis, CA)
Stillwater Sciences (www.stillwatersci.com), is seeking Project Accountant/Biller based in Berkeley or Davis, CA. This position is integral to Stillwater's business operations and financial sustainability. To succeed in this role, the Project Accountant/Biller must be able to work independently and as part of a team, focus and remain calm under deadline pressure, and solve problems efficiently and effectively. The Project Accountant/Biller must possess good communication skills for interacting with project managers and other support staff regarding billing, sub-consultant, and invoice matters. This is a full-time 40 hours per week position.
The ideal candidate will:
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment managing job duties and deadlines in a matrixed organizational structure
• Find enjoyment working with a group of scientists who are passionate about what they do.
The ideal candidate must possess:
• Analytical skills to resolve inquiries
• Confidence and initiative
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written) Excellent organizational skills
Duties include but are not limited to:
• In support of the Senior Project Accountant, (using Deltek Vantagepoint software),work with project managers on monthly T&M, Fixed Priced, Lump Sum, Daily Rate project billings
• Make labor transfers, enter and post subconsultant invoices, and other types of edits to client invoices
• Run various project reports and provide back-up support to assist Senior Project Accountant as needed
• Maintain well-organized and complete electronic billing files
• Assist Project Managers with Resource Planning, including input and reporting
• Work with Senior Project Accountant on monthly A/R collections
• Provide backup support in other areas of the accounting department.
• Ad hoc tasks as needed.
Required qualifications include:
• 2 years or more experience preparing project invoices using compensation methods such as T&M, Fixed Priced, Lump Sum, Daily Rates, etc.
• Experience with project billing using ERP financial software system such as Deltek’s Vantage Point (preferred), or other similar software. Project accounting experience is desirable.
• Experience working in an architecture or engineering firm, (preferred) or other industry that bills job costs or fee for service.
• Proven organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage a variety of tasks.
• Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence to interact with all levels of staff, agency representatives, and clients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat skills. Experience with Pivot Tables, SumIf and other functions, or a desire to learn.
• Versatility to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Personal integrity and sound judgment in working with confidential information.
Availability, Compensation and Application Details:
• Apply for the position here: https://stillwatersci.bamboohr.com/careers/40?source=aWQ9NDE%3D
• Full-time position with benefit package including Paid Time Off, a 401(k) plan, ESOP, and full health and dental care.
• $66,000 - $86,000 annually; Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience
• $2,000 signing bonus after successfully completing a 3-month introductory period
• Hybrid schedule with minimum of 24 hours/3 days a week in the office.
• Please provide a cover letter describing your experience (including your requested salary range), with a resume in MS Word or PDF format.
• Resumes without a cover letter and salary requirements will not be considered.
• Position will remain open until filled.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
About Stillwater Sciences:
Stillwater Sciences (www.stillwatersci.com) is an employee-owned environmental consulting firm specializing in scientifically based solutions to aquatic, terrestrial, and watershed resource management. We assist government agencies, NGOs, and private clients with environmental problem solving, planning, and permitting using a multi-disciplinary approach that integrates physical and biological processes. We have approximately 95 dedicated and enthusiastic employees throughout the Western U.S. in nine offices. We maintain a collaborative work environment that promotes productive and rigorous applied science. We pride ourselves on defining and shaping our individual careers in a way that provides a healthy rhythm of work and life responsibilities. Success at Stillwater requires a blend of passion, initiative, commitment, flexibility, and teamwork. Stillwater Sciences is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Due to the collaborative nature of our work and given that our company is a Federal contractor, Stillwater Sciences employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (or apply for an accommodation for a medical reason or sincerely held religious belief), and we strongly encourage employees receive a booster.
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