Project Accountant

Experience level: Mid Level (5-8 yrs exp.)

Experience required: 7 Years

Education level: Bachelor’s degree

Job function: Finance

Industry: Oil & Energy

Total position: 1

Relocation assistance: No

Visa sponsorship eligibility: No

Purpose of the Job:

• Sodexo, Energy & Resource Segment is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Analyst with expertise in construction accounting to manage the invoicing, collections, and revenue tracking processes for projects. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of construction contracts (including AIA billing), project cost structures, and lien waivers, and will play a critical role in supporting cash flow and ensuring compliance with contract terms

• This Accounts Receivable Analyst will support project accounting, billing and accounts receivable across complex construction projects in our Energy & Resources business. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset and a deep understanding of construction projects and contracting.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit client invoices in compliance with construction contracts and billing standards.

• Monitor accounts receivable aging and proactively follow up on outstanding balances.

• Collaborate with project managers to ensure billing aligns with project milestones and percentage-of-completion calculations.

• Reconcile customer accounts, resolve billing discrepancies, and apply payments accurately.

• Manage lien waivers, retainage tracking, and compliance documents as required by project contracts.

• Ensure timely collection of receivables while maintaining positive client relationships.

• Assist in the preparation of monthly AR and cash flow forecasts.

• Support audit requests and ensure documentation is accurate and complete.

• Implementing best practices for financial management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s degree

• Minimum Functional Experience - 5 years

Preferred Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience in accounts receivable, with at least 5 years in a construction environment.

• Strong understanding of construction billing methods, especially AIA G702/G703 forms.

• Familiarity with retainage, change orders, lien releases, and job cost accounting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with the specifics of construction projects.

• Strong people skills and the ability to create and develop relationships.

• Experience in construction, project management, and cost control.

• Strong ability to analyze contracts, subcontractor invoices, and accounts receivable.

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills to translate complex data into actionable insights.

• Experience with construction accounting software (e.g., Sage 300 CRE, Procore, Viewpoint, QuickBooks for Construction) is a plus.

MUST HAVE:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

• Functional Experience - 5 years.

• 5-7 years of experience in accounts receivable, with at least 5 years in a construction environment.

• Strong understanding of construction billing methods, especially AIA G702/G703 forms.

• Familiarity with retainage, change orders, lien releases, and job cost accounting.