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Stantec Staff Accountant in CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia
Staff Accountant - ( 240001C9 )
Description
Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.
Your Opportunity
The Staff Accountant will be an integral part of our Accounting team, responsible for handling complex Government accounting practices as an individual contributor. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of Government accounting principles and the ability to navigate the entire project lifecycle from an accounting perspective. Additionally, the Staff Accountant will be assigned special projects as they become familiar with the position.
Your Key Responsibilities
Manage accounts receivable, cash receipts, accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing, and revenue tracking.
Provide essential support to Project Managers throughout project setup, modification, execution, monitoring, and closeout phases, identifying and addressing potential issues promptly.
Participate in joint venture accounting activities, including comprehensive financial statement preparation and the setup of new and existing joint ventures in Costpoint.
Ensure accurate quarterly and annual joint venture reporting to Corporate.
Assist with monthly reconciliations, including IFRS16 reconciliations.
Support tax reporting efforts by obtaining necessary documentation for submission to the tax department or CPA firm.
Facilitate subscription revenue setup and processing.
Contribute to additional special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Strong presentation skills with meticulous attention to detail and follow-through.
Ability to handle impromptu requests promptly and efficiently.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Proven track record of handling confidential information with discretion.
Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, particularly Excel.
Flexibility and adeptness at meeting deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
Must have a valid driver’s license with good driving record.
Position requires drug screening.
Education and Experience
3-5 years of previous experience in a similar accounting role.
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Economics, Finance, or related discipline preferred.
Proficiency in Deltek Costpoint.
Familiarity with various types of government contracts, such as Time & Materials (T&M), Cost Plus Fixed Fees (CPFF), and Firm Fixed Price (FFP), as well as knowledge of the FAR, DFARS, JTR, DCAA Audit Guidelines, and GAAP.
Experience with Cognos is a plus.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location : United States-Virginia-Charlottesville
Organization : BC-2374 EnvSvcs-US Government Services
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Mar 22, 2024, 7:06:48 AM
Req ID: 240001C9
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans