Project Accountant

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or 3+ years of equivalent experience
High attention to detail
Highly motivated, professional demeanor with a “can do” attitude
Team-oriented and strong work ethic
Proficient and accurate data entry skills necessary
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, shift focus if needed to assist other staff
Maintain a well-organized system to account for various information processed
Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Will consider other Deltek experience
Keeps others adequately informed
Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation
Shares expertise with others
Inspires respect and trust
Benefits
At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being
Full-Time employees have access to:
Health, dental and vision insurance coverage
Virtual health services
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for HDHP enrollees with KFI contributions
Flexible Spending Account
401(k) plan
Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off to include Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws
Company Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Bereavement Leave
Voluntary benefits offered include life, accident, critical illness coverage
Salary Range: $25.00 – 34.00/hour
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual qualifications, experience, work location, and education
This position is eligible for an annual bonus
Responsibilities
You would join an existing team of accounting professionals and be responsible for some of the daily accounting duties
This is a great opportunity to gain insight into overall business operations while performing core accounting competencies
The position is fast paced, full time allowing for some flexibility of daily schedule while maintaining a “core hours” presence
Project cost accounting
Working closely with Project Managers to generate accurate client billings & collection of past due accounts
Processing client invoices into third party portals
Input and maintain project financial information in Deltek software
Other accounting responsibilities as assigned by the Accounting Manager
Accountable
Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals
Acts with a sense of urgency
Takes responsibility for own actions
Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes
Works well under pressure
Meets commitments to internal/external customers
Project Execution
Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions
Balances Speed and Quality
Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes
Other duties as assigned
Demonstrates Respect for Others
Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views
Balances team and individual responsibilities
Job description
POSITION SPECIFICATION

Position: Project Accountant

Department: Admin

Reporting Relationship: Controller

Location: Minnetonka, MN. This is not a hybrid position.

COMPANY BACKGROUND

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1++6, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with numerous regional offices throughout the United States, and a team of hundreds of professionals, we offer opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com.

POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

You would join an existing team of accounting professionals and be responsible for some of the daily accounting duties. This is a great opportunity to gain insight into overall business operations while performing core accounting competencies. If you are looking for a satisfying, rewarding opportunity, with a variety of duties, we are looking for you.

The position is fast paced, full time allowing for some flexibility of daily schedule while maintaining a “core hours” presence.

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
• Project cost accounting.
• Working closely with Project Managers to generate accurate client billings & collection of past due accounts.
• Processing client invoices into third party portals.
• Input and maintain project financial information in Deltek software.
• Other accounting responsibilities as assigned by the Accounting Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or 3+ years of equivalent experience.
• High attention to detail.
• Highly motivated, professional demeanor with a “can do” attitude.
• Team-oriented and strong work ethic.
• Proficient and accurate data entry skills necessary.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, shift focus if needed to assist other staff.
• Maintain a well-organized system to account for various information processed.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Preferred
• Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint experience highly preferred. Will consider other Deltek experience.
• Experience within an A&E firm highly preferred.

CORE BEHAVIORS

Accountable
• Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
• Acts with a sense of urgency.
• Takes responsibility for own actions.

Business Focus
• Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
• Works well under pressure.
• Meets commitments to internal/external customers.

Project Execution
• Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
• Balances Speed and Quality.
• Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrates Respect for Others
• Keeps others adequately informed.
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.

Team Player
• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Inspires respect and trust.

Benefits:

At KFI, our comprehensive benefit program provides our employees with the resources to support their health, wellness and financial well-being. Full-Time employees have access to:
• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage
• Virtual health services
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for HDHP enrollees with KFI contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) plan
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance, life and AD&D insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off to include Earned Sick and Safe Time in accordance with state laws
• Company Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Bereavement Leave
• Voluntary benefits offered include life, accident, critical illness coverage

Salary Range: $25.00 – 34.00/hour. The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual qualifications, experience, work location, and education. This position is eligible for an annual bonus.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

KFI Engineers is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran