Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
We are currently seeking a Project Accountant to work in our Los Angeles or San Francisco office. Our Project Accountants form an integral part of our finance teams. This position is imperative to the commercial management of contracts throughout the lifecycle of projects. We strive to hire and develop highly engaged skilled professionals that will provide consistent financial support for our business and our project managers/directors.
The Opportunity
- Partner with Project Managers to review and track project performance, including variance analysis, earned value, cash flow and profitability.
- Understand contracts, project schedules, budgets and commercial risks. Work with Project Managers to develop forecasts and review budgets and resourcing plans.
- Advanced knowledge of project finances with the ability to independently evaluate a project’s financial performance and provide recommendations to the Project Manager on project management strategies.
- Prepare client invoices in accordance with company procedures, client requirements, and terms and conditions of the contract. Monitor invoice aging and manage cash collections.
- Understand sub-consultant contracts. Establish and maintain sub-consultant purchase orders and process invoices.
- Ability to recognize project risks and work with Project Managers to find solutions and assess the impact on project finances.
- Extensive interaction with project teams, clients and sub-consultants using critical thinking, qualitative input, and influence to ensure financial health of projects.
- Provide project updates to Finance Manager on monthly basis, or more frequently as issues arise.
- Track and resolve monthly, various potential project and accounting issues
- Participate in project meetings and complete project close-outs.
- Prepare ad hoc financial reporting including financial modeling, trends and variance analysis
Is this role right for you?
- Bachelor’s Degree is required.
- 5+ years of proven experience as a project accountant. Experience as a project accountant in an engineering, architectural or construction firm is an asset.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including strong Excel skills. Power Query experience is a plus.
- Self-motivated, proactive, responsible, team player with ability to train and mentor staff
- The ability to prioritize effectively, balance assigned work and exceptional organization skills required for our constantly evolving environment
- Ability to think critically with a solutions-based approach
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential for team-based working
- Certification relevant to the construction and architecture and engineering industries is preferred.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds
Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.
What we offer you
Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.
Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.
Los Angeles Hiring Range: The good faith base salary hiring range for this job performed in Los Angeles is $87,000 to $102,300 / year. Benefits are not included in the base salary range. Summary of benefits are included in this posting with details provided to applicants at the time of interview. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Los Angeles will differ.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.
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