WSP USA
Senior Manager, Project Accounting
WSP USA, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
WSP USA Senior Manager, Project Accounting
WSP is currently initiating a search for a
Senior Manager, Project Accounting
to join our team based out of Dallas, Austin, or Houston, TX. Other locations may be considered. Experienced supervisor-level senior project accountant and finance professional performing in the role of district project accounting manager or in the role of a very senior Project Accountant with a large degree of complexity and/or as subject matter expert. In addition to maintaining a project portfolio of their own, responsible for supervising other project accountants, auditing other project accounting staff work and assessing skills sets and developmental needs. Collaborates and partners with business leaders across infrastructure / transportation / construction / professional services and other multiple functions to engage in portfolio-based review and analysis of financial performance of projects, reporting on key and secondary financial metrics, providing recommendations for addressing problem project corrective strategies, and overseeing invoicing and revenue recognition efforts. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards, supporting the delivery of future-ready solutions to clients.Your ImpactFor individual project portfolio, manage and analyze the collection, recording, and allocating project costs and revenue, ensuring accurate project profit and loss calculations, and communicating project financial performance and profitability to project/program management.Ensure complete understanding of all contract terms and conditions.Responsible for lifecycle project accounting for larger and/or multi-faceted complex projects involving the creation of project accounts in Oracle, project performance, close-out, and reconciling overall project payables and receivables to project budgets.Oversee project closeouts and direct and/or assign project closeout activity as needed for their district.Interpret and summarize contract data, including changes and accurate deliverables for complex projects and initiatives.Oversight of subcontracting process for projects within their portfolio, working with project accountants to ensure compliance with procurement and business subcontractor processes.Oversight of projects under their responsibility with regards to invoicing life cycle and metrics.Monitor key financial indicators on projects within their district, evaluating financial performance, identifying potential problems and helping to mitigate any potential issues.Provide recommendations to senior Finance management regarding the potential write-off of any project-related billings that cannot be billed to or collected from clients.Attend or coordinate project related meetings to inform the team regarding the current status of project financials.Supervise, train and mentor project accountants within District Level responsibility on financial analysis.Oversee the preparation and submittal of government reports and formal audit responses related to projects.Leader in designing, creating and/or enhancing tools to further project performance for the wider project accounting group.Meet with staff to review workload, assign new project work, assess skill level of those reporting to them.Remain current in latest project accounting principles and subject matter.Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.Who You AreRequired QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or closely-related discipline (or demonstrated proven equivalent experience).10+ years of relevant post education experience in corporate project accounting.Highly proficient knowledge of project accounting principles, practices, and methods.Familiarity with Oracle.Strong ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of accounting principles.Demonstrated ability with coordinating with various stakeholders at all levels.Strong self-leadership and interpersonal skills.Responsive and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.Effective management practices and works independently.Advanced proficiency with strong technical writing, office automation and accounting software.Mature critical thinking and problem-solving skills.Well-defined experience with collaboratively working with others.Proven track record of upholding workplace safety.This is a professional role and as such work deadlines and work hours may extend beyond a typical workday.Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.Preferred QualificationsMaster’s Degree is preferred (but not required).About WSPWSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals, and challenges. Are you ready to get started?WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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WSP is currently initiating a search for a
Senior Manager, Project Accounting
to join our team based out of Dallas, Austin, or Houston, TX. Other locations may be considered. Experienced supervisor-level senior project accountant and finance professional performing in the role of district project accounting manager or in the role of a very senior Project Accountant with a large degree of complexity and/or as subject matter expert. In addition to maintaining a project portfolio of their own, responsible for supervising other project accountants, auditing other project accounting staff work and assessing skills sets and developmental needs. Collaborates and partners with business leaders across infrastructure / transportation / construction / professional services and other multiple functions to engage in portfolio-based review and analysis of financial performance of projects, reporting on key and secondary financial metrics, providing recommendations for addressing problem project corrective strategies, and overseeing invoicing and revenue recognition efforts. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards, supporting the delivery of future-ready solutions to clients.Your ImpactFor individual project portfolio, manage and analyze the collection, recording, and allocating project costs and revenue, ensuring accurate project profit and loss calculations, and communicating project financial performance and profitability to project/program management.Ensure complete understanding of all contract terms and conditions.Responsible for lifecycle project accounting for larger and/or multi-faceted complex projects involving the creation of project accounts in Oracle, project performance, close-out, and reconciling overall project payables and receivables to project budgets.Oversee project closeouts and direct and/or assign project closeout activity as needed for their district.Interpret and summarize contract data, including changes and accurate deliverables for complex projects and initiatives.Oversight of subcontracting process for projects within their portfolio, working with project accountants to ensure compliance with procurement and business subcontractor processes.Oversight of projects under their responsibility with regards to invoicing life cycle and metrics.Monitor key financial indicators on projects within their district, evaluating financial performance, identifying potential problems and helping to mitigate any potential issues.Provide recommendations to senior Finance management regarding the potential write-off of any project-related billings that cannot be billed to or collected from clients.Attend or coordinate project related meetings to inform the team regarding the current status of project financials.Supervise, train and mentor project accountants within District Level responsibility on financial analysis.Oversee the preparation and submittal of government reports and formal audit responses related to projects.Leader in designing, creating and/or enhancing tools to further project performance for the wider project accounting group.Meet with staff to review workload, assign new project work, assess skill level of those reporting to them.Remain current in latest project accounting principles and subject matter.Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.Who You AreRequired QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or closely-related discipline (or demonstrated proven equivalent experience).10+ years of relevant post education experience in corporate project accounting.Highly proficient knowledge of project accounting principles, practices, and methods.Familiarity with Oracle.Strong ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of accounting principles.Demonstrated ability with coordinating with various stakeholders at all levels.Strong self-leadership and interpersonal skills.Responsive and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.Effective management practices and works independently.Advanced proficiency with strong technical writing, office automation and accounting software.Mature critical thinking and problem-solving skills.Well-defined experience with collaboratively working with others.Proven track record of upholding workplace safety.This is a professional role and as such work deadlines and work hours may extend beyond a typical workday.Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.Preferred QualificationsMaster’s Degree is preferred (but not required).About WSPWSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors, and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals, and challenges. Are you ready to get started?WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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