Project Accounting Analyst
Project Accounting Analyst
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ABOUT YOU
Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace committed to leading new ideas and pathways and to delivering value If the answer is Yes! then we have an exciting career opportunity for you for a Project Accounting Analyst located in Calgary AB!
Who are we We are Montrose a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting measurement and analytical services and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers scientists technicians associates and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.
We have over 90 offices across the United States Canada Europe and Australia and are approaching 3500 employees all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.
The Environmental Engineering and Consulting team delivers solutions for complex environmental challenges using our regulatory expertise and implementing practical and cost-effective compliance management processes and programs. We address our clients biggest concerns around permitting ecoservices assessment and remediation.
Our highly trained and experienced engineers and scientists environmental and remediation specialists geologists hydrogeologists biologists and environmental compliance specialists work with both public- and private-sector clients delivering turnkey solutions.
What We Can Offer You
As a key member of our Montrose team you can expect:
Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career
Direct exposure to our industrys leading experts who are solving the worlds toughest environmental challenges
An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues
Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups
Competitive compensation package commensurate with accomplishments performance credentials and geography
Competitive medical dental and vision insurance coverage
RRSP with a competitive employer match
Progressive vacation policies company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance
A financial assistance program that supports peers in need known as the Montrose Foundation
Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans
A DAY IN THE LIFE
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive professional to join our Finance team. This role is critical in supporting accurate timely billing and strong collaboration relationships while partnering closely with Project Managers (PMs) to ensure operational and financial alignment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of billing processes excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. As a key member of the MES Finance Center of Excellence this role will be responsible for a full range of activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Invoice Processing: Prepare and issue accurate timely invoices based on project data purchase orders contracts and service agreements in alignment with company policies and customer requirements.
Partner with PMs: Collaborate regularly with Project Managers to ensure billable work is captured accurately WIP is maintained at appropriate levels and billing milestones are met.
Data Entry & Validation: Accurately input and verify billing data in the ERP/accounting system including quantities pricing tax codes and customer details.
Discrepancy Resolution: Identify and investigate discrepancies between billing inputs and contract terms; coordinate with internal teams (PMs Contracts Finance) to resolve billing issues promptly.
Ad Hoc Entries & Reconciliations: Prepare and post ad hoc journal entries billing adjustments and reconciliations to ensure accurate project and customer account balances.
Customer Support: Respond professionally to internal stakeholders or customer inquiries related to invoices providing clear timely information to resolve questions and support strong client relationships.
Accounts Receivable Collaboration: Monitor aging reports follow up on outstanding balances and partner with the AR team to support prompt collections and issue resolution.
Reporting & Analysis: Generate and distribute regular and ad-hoc reports on invoicing activity project billing status and outstanding balances.
To succeed in this role individuals must be able to effectively perform each essential duty and responsibility. The qualifications outlined below represent the knowledge skills and abilities required for successful performance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration
Experience in project-based billing preferably in consulting engineering or environmental services
Knowledge of standard accounting concepts practices and procedures and be able to apply these on a daily basis to ensure accurate and detailed reports for assigned responsibilities.
Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g. Workday Oracle SAP) with a strong desire to learn the ins and outs of Workday and a willingness to explore its functionalities
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel
High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
Proven ability to communicate effectively across departments and with external clients
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact or for assistance.
MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER
We are going to be blunt the way we work may not suit everyone. We are a fast-paced dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented super-smart colleagues and its service providers.
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Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin ancestry citizenship disability or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
