Project Accountant
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Job Location:
Syracuse, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 80000 - 105000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
JMA is restoring U.S. leadership in wireless technology at a critical time in the transition to 5G. It makes the worlds most advanced software-based 5G platform designed coded and manufactured in Syracuse NY at the only U.S.-owned 5G factory in the country.
Across its global tech centers JMA makes 5G possible for organizations with the most critical connectivity demands in the world. JMAs technology is ushering in a new era of connectivity for leading mobile carriers the most iconic stadiums major universities leading healthcare centers the busiest transit centers and the U.S. Military.
5G is more than another G on your phone it is a generational opportunity to change the way the world operates. Join the industrys fastest growing technology company to shape that future today.
We are seeking a Project Accountant to manage all financial aspects of the assigned projects to ensure compliance with GAAP and other applicable requirements. This role will collaborate with the project manager to determine budget and deadlines coordinate payment schedules for vendors and subcontractors monitor each phase to ensure the project remains within financial guidelines and process expense reimbursements. A DoD contracting background is a strong plus.
Position Responsibilities:
- Work closely with project managers to provide timely transparency around projects.
- Ensure accurate project forecasts incorporating known risks and opportunities.
- Implement and maintain Earned Value Management (EVM) systems and processes.
- Ensure adherence to commercial terms and conditions and highlight associated risks.
- Coordinate payments to vendors and subcontractors.
- Assist in the preparation of financial presentations and reports for senior management and government stakeholders. This includes CDRLs such as Contracts Funds Status Report (CFSR).
- Process expense reimbursement and ensure compliance with relevant rules/ regulations.
- Organize project reviews throughout the life of each contract including coordinating the close-out process.
- Oversee auditing of project financials when necessary.
- Review verify and process project related transactions (purchase requisitions invoices etc.).
- Generate project status reports and summaries.
- Track evaluate and work to mitigate contract penalties such as performance guarantees and liquidated damages for delays.
- Work to continuously improve project execution processes.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting or a related field.
- 3- 5 years of experience in financial analysis required
- Working knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and FAR/DFARS standard clauses.
- Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in financial software and tools including SAP and Excel.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in financial reporting.
- This position is a 100% onsite role located in Syracuse NY.
Preferred Experience:
- Experience in the federal market or government contracting.
- Professional certification in Earned Value Management (e.g. EVM Certification).
$80000 - $105000 a year
The US national annual base salary range for this is $80000 - $105000. The range includes base salary that is expected to be paid for this role. Actual base salary will be based on a variety of factors including but not limited to the scope and complexity of the role the successful candidates relevant experience skills and knowledge peer and market data and geographic location. This role will also include a bonus plan.
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At JMA our people are deeply committed to their work and we provide benefits to match. When you join JMA you have immediate access to everything you need. Whether youre looking for employee discounts financial legal and/or childcare resources and support we have you covered. We believe in providing comprehensive health and wellness coverage along with monetary rewards towards health goals in addition to numerous company-provided personal protection benefits at no additional cost to you.
At JMA we dont just accept differences we embrace them. JMA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristic.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Key Skills
- Accounting Software
- Organizational skills
- Construction Experience
- GAAP
- QuickBooks
- Pivot tables
- Accounting
- Sage
- Account Reconciliation
- Cost Accounting Standards
- Microsoft Excel
- Contracts
About Company
Wireless technology now impacts nearly every aspect of daily life around the world. As the fastest-growing global tech company, JMA designs and delivers cutting-edge wireless technology solutions that modernize how people learn, work, live and play, like never imagined. We power today ... View more
