Project Accountant – Billing

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Interpret approved contract stipulations and configure commercial terms in Sage along with supporting documents to ensure precise billing and revenue recognition.

• Establish and uphold client/project codes and related configurations.

• Validate contract pricing and revise fee structures as contract terms evolve.

• Execute client billing activities accurately and within scheduled timelines.

• Prepare and issue client invoices accompanied by complete supporting documentation.

• Maintain billing files and tracking to ensure that billings remain within approved budgets or purchase orders.

• Recognize and record revenue and costs within the accounting system.

• Monitor ongoing billings, investigate discrepancies, and resolve or escalate issues as necessary.

• Collaborate with Program Management and clients regarding invoice inquiries, approvals, contract modifications, billing, and revenue recognition.

• Identify changes in contract scope or pricing that necessitate change orders.

• Manage aged outstanding invoices, assist in dispute resolution, and provide documentation to expedite payment.

• Maintain records of accounting transactions and ensure documented, compliant, controlled processes.

• Keep supporting documentation aligned with audit and retention requirements.

• Collaborate with Finance and business teams to enhance billing and reporting processes.

• Support company-wide process improvement initiatives, ad hoc client requests, and internal/external audit assistance.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience is required.

• Fewer than 2 years of experience in billing support, contract administration, contract pricing, or a related field is required.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

• Previous experience with SAGE is considered an asset.

• Familiarity with contract administration.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Strong computer skills to operate efficiently with company systems and programs.

• Basic understanding of accounting practices and principles.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong analytical, interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

• Capable of effective communication both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to collaborate with various business partners and clients.

• Thrive in a team-oriented environment.

• Perform tasks with high accuracy and thoroughness.

• Implement processes that result in satisfactory audit practices.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care.

• Backup dependent care.

• Adoption assistance.

• Infertility coverage.

• Family building support.

• Behavioral health solutions.

• Paid parental leave.

• Paid caregiver leave.

• Training programs.

• Professional development resources.

• Mentorship programs.

• Employee resource groups.

• Volunteer activities.