Job description:
Gensler is looking for a Junior Project Accountant to join the finance team in India. This position will help further build up a cohesive accounting team that is able to function independently and efficiently.
The Project Accountant is responsible for providing a solid foundation of analysis for projects and business practices by managing contracts, ensuring fiscal health of assigned projects, and mentoring and supporting the project management for India Offices
Job duties:
- Work closely with Design Managers, establishing successful business relationships and ensuring accurate and consistent billing and financial reporting at the project and studio levels
- Maintain organized project contract files
- Understand contract terms as it relates to fee management
- Assist Design Managers in performing project start-up due diligence and following Firm best practices throughout the project life cycle
- Meet regularly with Design Managers to review schedule, billing and collection issues
- Prepare and process invoices in line with project contractual arrangements (E invoice as well as Deltek ERP invoice)
- Coordinate consultant invoices and payments per contract terms
- Review project labor and expense charges with Design Managers for accuracy and appropriateness
- Monitor studio accounts receivable and assist Design Managers with collection efforts
- Perform review of all expenses charges to projects including employee expense reports
- Develop an understanding of our accounting software and systems so that you are seen as an expert and a resource to our colleagues
- Proactively develop new ideas and solutions to improve financial management
Cross-train and work closely with other team members so that we function as a cohesive and high performing team. Assist the team with any ad-hoc projects or analysis
Support Audit/Tax team during Statutory and other Audits - Interact with clients and consultants in a professional, courteous manner
Job requirements:
- Embrace new technologies and constantly strive for greater efficiencies through process or technology
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage different personality types
- Work well under pressure with multiple tasks and deadlines
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Excel, prior experience with Deltek Vision software is a plus
- Must demonstrate a high level of accuracy and stable work performance
- Respond in a timely manner to vendors, consultants and staff
Qualification & Experience:
- Possess an accounting or business administration degree
- Minimum of 3-5 years experience in a professional services environment, preferably with an Architecture, Design or Engineering firm.
About Gensler:
At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you’re into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationship in global markets, there’s something here for everyone.
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Company: Gensler
Location: Bangalore, KA
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