Description

We are looking for a Project Accountant, to join our growing Finance team in India, located in Mumbai. This position will help further build up a cohesive accounting team that is able to function independently and efficiently.

Your Role

The Project Accountant is responsible for providing a solid foundation of analysis for projects and business practices by managing contracts, ensuring fiscal health of assigned projects, and mentoring and supporting the project management for the Mumbai Office.

What You Will Do

Work closely with Design Managers, establishing successful business relationships and ensuring accurate and consistent billing and financial reporting at the project and studio levels

Maintain organized project contract files
Understand contract terms as it relates to fee management
Assist Design Managers in performing project start-up due diligence and following Firm best practices throughout the project life cycle
Meet regularly with Design Managers to review schedule, billing and collection issues
Interact with clients and consultants in a qualified,



courteous manner
Review project work plans, budgets, and staffing plans for appropriateness to fee
Determine and set up best billing terms and invoice formats
Prepare and process invoices in line with project contractual arrangements (E invoice as well as Deltek Vantagepoint ERP invoice)
Coordinate consultant invoices and payments per contract terms
Review project labor and expense charges with Design Managers for accuracy and appropriateness
Monitor studio accounts receivable and assist Design Managers with collection efforts
Monitor, analyze, and report on variety of metrics at the studio level to ensure healthy business practices
Provide training to Design Managers regarding financial maintenance of projects
Perform review of all expenses charges to projects including employee expense reports
Develop an understanding of our accounting software and systems so that you are seen as an exper

📌 Project Accountant (Mumbai)
🏢 Gensler
📍 Mumbai