Project Accountant

at  ECT2 Subsidiary of Montrose Environmental Group Inc

ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about the environment, ready to join an inclusive workplace, and committed to leading new ideas and creating impact? If the answer is “Yes!” we have an exciting career opportunity for you as a Project Accountant in Denmark!

ABOUT US

Montrose is a renowned global environmental services provider that offers a wide range of services, including environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical solutions, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our team consists of qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts who take pride in their extensive knowledge and expertise. We follow a collaborative approach to help our clients optimize environmental resiliency and ensure that it effectively complements their decision-making and operations while effectively and efficiently supporting their projects.
We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia and over 3000 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs. Our highly trained and experienced engineers and scientists, environmental and remediation specialists, geologists, hydrogeologists, biologists, and environmental compliance specialists work with both public- and private-sector clients, delivering turnkey solutions.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or other work-related degree or equivalent in experience.
• 3+ years of finance/accounting work experience in a related role. Experience with fixed assets a plus.
• Project controls experience, a general understanding of project planning and experience or knowledge of cost engineering or budget management.
• Experience with Workday software preferred
• Good numerical and analytical abilities, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office software
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter and effective time management/prioritization skills
• Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact careers@montrose-env.com for assistance.

This role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Provide financial support to Project Managers including review and analysis of project revenue and costs relative to budgets, assist in preparation of estimate at completion (EAC) projections, and maintain project forecasts/budgets in the financial management system.
• Prepare timely project invoicing to customers including review of billable and non-billable expenses.
• Complete new project and supplier setups in the financial management system, including monitoring the setup checklist.
• Assist with direct outreach and interaction with customers and suppliers to obtain information and resolve issues.
• Assist with the completion of purchase order requisitions, ensure purchase orders have been received in the financial system, and approve/process vendor invoices for payment.
• Assist with and help to manage month-end financial close process for operating unit and work closely with Corporate Accounting to ensure accurate revenue recognition and all accruals and expenses are submitted timely and accurately.
• Oversee project controls effectiveness and work closely with other departments, such as Accounting, Accounts Payable, Credit & Collections, FP&A and Legal to ensure both financial and legal compliance.
• Work closely with the operations team on inventory control and documentation.
• Gather, organize and input data into the financial management system related to customers, suppliers and projects.
• Standardization and continuous improvement of Operations back-office processes as business requirements evolve.
• Assist with miscellaneous operational tasks as needed.
• Ability to work with initiative and communicate clear and concise data to cross-functional teams.
• Travel occasionally to collaborate with team members in other offices

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or other work-related degree or equivalent in experience.
• 3+ years of finance/accounting work experience in a related role. Experience with fixed assets a plus.
• Project controls experience, a general understanding of project planning and experience or knowledge of cost engineering or budget management.
• Experience with Workday software preferred
• Good numerical and analytical abilities, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office software
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter and effective time management/prioritization skills
• Ability to work effectively both in a team and independentl