Quest Defense Systems & Solutions

Engineering

AccountingProjectSpecialist

$52–57k Cincinnati, Ohio, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Accounting Project Specialist at Quest Defense Systems & Solutions. Skills: Project accounting, Customer invoicing, Accounts receivable. Prepare customer invoices. Issue customer invoices”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure accurate project management; Maintain accurate records; Operate business efficiently

Industry & Context.

Engineering
Problems you'll solve

Process improvement

Eligibility Requirements

U.S. Citizenship

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's in Accounting, 0-2 years experience, Understanding of accounting principles, Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Proficiency with Microsoft Office, U.S. Citizenship required

Nice to Have

Experience with project accounting, Experience with invoicing, Experience with accounts receivable, Experience with month-end close, Experience using ERP systems, Familiarity with revenue recognition, Experience supporting government contracts, Internship experience

What You'll Do.

Prepare customer invoices

Issue customer invoices

Support project accounting

Track revenue recognition

Track unbilled revenue

Track unearned revenue

Monitor accounts receivable

Follow up on payments

Review vendor invoices

Process vendor expenses

Create projects in ERP

Maintain projects in ERP

Prepare monthly accruals

Record expense provisions

Support financial analysis

Support reconciliations

Support special projects

Contribute to process improvement

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner with Finance; Partner with Project Delivery; Partner with Corporate Accounting; Partner with engineering teams; Partner with project management; Liaison between Finance and Delivery; Coordinate with corporate accounting; Coordinate with tax; Coordinate with external partners

Communication Scope

Written communication; Verbal communication

Process & Methodology

Project accounting, Project administration

Full Job Description

Quest Defense Systems & Solutions is seeking an Accounting Project Specialist to support the financial and operational success of engineering projects across our organization. In this highly visible role, you will partner with Finance, Project Delivery, and Corporate Accounting teams to manage project setup, customer invoicing, contract administration, expense tracking, accounts receivable, and month-end accounting activities. Your work will help ensure projects are accurately managed from both a financial and operational perspective. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and eager to learn. Whether you're reviewing contracts, coordinating with project teams, preparing invoices, or supporting financial reporting activities, you'll play an important role in maintaining accurate records and helping the business operate efficiently. This position offers excellent exposure to project accounting and finance operations within a growing engineering services organization. This role is onsite in Cincinnati, OH Due to the nature of this work, all candidates must be U. S. Citizens. What You'll Be Doing Partner with engineering, project management, and finance teams to prepare and issue accurate customer invoices every month. Support project accounting activities, including revenue recognition, unbilled and unearned revenue tracking, and month-end close processes. Monitor accounts receivable and follow up with customers regarding outstanding payments. Review and process vendor invoices and expenses to ensure costs align with contracts, agreements, and project budgets. Create and maintain projects within the ERP system, ensuring accurate project setup, contract documentation, and financial records. Serve as a key liaison between Finance and Delivery teams, helping ensure project financial information remains accurate and up to date. Prepare and record monthly accruals and expense provisions to support timely and accurate financial reporting. Coordinate with corporate acco

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