Job Description
The Senior Project Accountant is a member of the Finance Team, and the primary responsibilities include the following:
- Effectively communicate with Project Managers (PM), regarding contract documents, contract modifications, approvals, and any additional services-related to billing.
- Prepare invoice package containing draft and final invoices for all billable projects, including all applicable backup for approval by the Project Manager and Director of Finance.
- Send out final invoice file to client.
- Maintain the billing folders for all projects, with all the appropriate documents, including expenses, consultant invoices, subcontract invoices, and monthly invoices, in accordance with standard procedures.
- Monitor cash receipts and follow up with PMs in case a payment delay (over 30 days).
- Review Work In Progress (WIP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) monthly.
- Communicate and coordinate with the local offices
- Review and book monthly field office expenses
- Support field offices with accounting system set-up and maintenance.
- Review project/field office accounting policies and procedures.
- Set up new projects in accounting software.
- Provide audit support for internal and external audits (including DCAA), work with auditors.
- Prepare audit schedules, provide documents, etc.
- Work on month-end and year-end closing activities including journal entry
- Review/posting, balance sheet/cash account reconciliations.
- Provide year-end support of auditor requirements, which may include research and reconcilement.
- Oversee government quarterly reporting and financial filings (e.g., FFR/SF425 Reports).
- Supervisor Project Accountant
- Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent combination of education and experience required Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities.
Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Must be detail oriented and have the ability to work independently, prioritize workloads, and complete multiple tasks under deadline pressure.
- Fluency in Foreign language and ability to work in multi-culture setting is plus.
Computer Skills
- Advanced computer proficiency; advanced skills in Microsoft applications.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision) or Deltek Costpoint preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of 8+ years of accounting experience, preferably with a government contractor working with USAID.
US Work authorization required.
Equal Opportunity statement: Cardno International Development, A DT Global Company has a long-standing policy of Equal Opportunity in employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. This position will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment and reasonable accommodations will be considered. At any time, if you require special accommodation during the application process, please contact Human Resources at recruit@cddid.com.
Cardno International Development provides practical, innovative, and sustainable results in international development with over 50 years of history in 150 countries. As facilitators of locally led drivers of growth Cardno ID focuses on capacity building and empowerment, enabling long-term solutions and inclusive development.
About the Organization
Cardno International Development, A DT Global Company provides practical, innovative, and sustainable results in international development with over 50 years of history in 150 countries. As facilitators of locally led drivers of growth Cardno ID focuses on capacity building and empowerment, enabling long-term solutions and inclusive development.
