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Transdev Project Accountant in Miami, Florida
About Transdev
Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.
Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ
Position Overview
Transdev Rail, LLC is seeking a professional Project Accountant to join our team in Hialeah, Florida. The Project Accountant is responsible for the accurate monthly costing and accounting of project related financial data, as well as understanding all financial aspects of a project while working together with the project team to ensure maximum profit with minimum risk. This includes, but is not limited to cost reporting and analysis, contract and policy compliance and project status report submission. This position is also responsible for initiating, proofing, reconciling and reporting client billing to the Controller for input in JD Edwards and handling all AP. This position does not have any direct reports.
Responsibilities:
Develop, analyze, interpret and provide internal distribution of financial information in order to appraise operating results in terms of profitability and performance against budget.
Work closely with General Manager and Assistant General Manager in preparing client billing for work performed.
Prepare invoice package for all billable projects, including all applicable backup for approval by the GM/AGM. Designated projects require certified payrolls.
Verify and reconcile accurate project costs and revenue.
Follow up on aged receivables and ensure timely collection of all billings.
Verify Insurance coverage for subcontractors.
Setup new vendors.
Review, code and process accounts payable invoices.
Month-end closing process
Assist the project management team with of all aspects of project accounting from contract award through project completion.
Analyze project actual, committed and planned costs on a very detailed basis to determine remaining costs to complete.
Assist the GM/AGM/Controller in the identification and assessment of financial risks.
Lead the planning, coordinating and administering of cost tracking and client billing processes onsite. This may include day-to-day direction of onsite staff in record keeping, purchasing, inventory, etc.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or related field (strongly preferred)
Associates Degree (at a minimum is required)
Minimum five plus years in general accounting processes
Prior accounts payable and invoicing experience
Rail Accounting experience is a plus
Experience with JDE is a plus
Must have a positive and can-do attitude
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Requires maintaining a high level of confidentiality
Ability to prioritize and deliver in a deadline-oriented environment.
Physical Requirements:
- Light lifting (30lbs) associated with working in routine office environment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Drug-free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; able to pass a drug screen.
California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.
Our railroad maintenance division, Transdev Rail, Inc, provides an integrated suite of railroad maintenance, project oversight, and construction services.
Job Category: Administrative / Clerical / Payroll / HR / Accounting
Job Type: Full Time
Req ID: 2106
Pay Group: FTB
Cost Center: 782
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.
Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Drug-free workplace
If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.
California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.
About Transdev
Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.
Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.