Project Accountant

DEA is currently hiring a Project Accountant to oversee our Oregon Project Accounting team and support the Puget Sound team with monthly billings. This position is located in our Portland, OR office.

Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

• Ensuring accurate, complete, and timely data entry
• Contract and project setup reviews
• Work with project managers and project coordinators on project billings
• QC the work of others for compliance with policy and contracts
• Filing (mostly electronic)
• Assisting with reconciliation of accounts
• Monitor and adhere to accounting deadlines
• Assist with preparing, balancing, and filing of certified payroll and prevailing wage
• Duties are performed under limited supervision and require the ability to resolve issues of varying complexity by exercising independent judgment.

Skills:

• Good written and verbal communication;
• Attention to detail and organized;
• Ability to focus and meet deadlines; and
• Great customer service skills.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance or 5+ years of job cost accounting experience
• Computer knowledge: Microsoft Office Suite including strong Excel skills with the ability to use formulas.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics SL
• Experience with an architectural, engineering, and construction firm (AEC)

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay
• 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Flexible 9/80 (every other Friday off) work schedule
• Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community wellbeing
• Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals