Operations Accountant Position Available In Okaloosa, Florida

Between $60k and
$99k
Per Year
DOE (Depends on Experience)
Position range in Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area $60k

• $99k Per Year Operations Accountant
  Smith Seckman Reid, Inc.

Occupation:

Accountants and Auditors

Location:

Crestview, FL

• 32539
  Positions available: 1
  Job #: 12486373

Source:

Employ Florida

Posted:

5/16/2025

Updated:

5/19/2025

Expires:

7/15/2025

Web Site:

Employ Florida
Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window.
Work Onsite
Full Time Education
Bachelor’s Degree Experience
12 Month(s) Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment
Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Description Maintains the project accounting system. Enters new projects, evaluates percent complete information for revenue recognition, prepares monthly billings, and assists in the proactive collection of accounts receivable. Builds partner relationships with Project Managers in all facets of project management Essential Functions

• Ensures complete and accurate project setup including o Reviews project setup documentation submitted by Project Managers for accuracy and completeness o Reviews contract and proposals for billing terms and rate schedules o Inputs project budget and billing information into accounting system o Updates project records for changes in fees, multipliers, annual statutory overhead rate changes, etc.

o Partners with Project Managers in development of bill rate schedules

• Ensures preparation and delivery of timely, accurate, and complete invoices to clients in accordance with contract terms on a project-by-project basis
• Maintains accurate job cost accounting information on a project-by-project basis, including all time and material charges, in accordance with man-hour and project expense budgets
• Supports and advises Operations related to collection of accounts receivables in coordination with Project Managers utilizing the accounts receivable collection tool for documentation
• Coordinates with Project Managers and clients to implement client/project-specific protocol and procedures for billing and collections
• Partners with Operations Accounting team members to monitor subconsultant contracts/invoices/budgets and works closely with Project Managers to achieve timely billing and payment
• Develops relationships with client accounting contacts to facilitate billing and collections, reconciling differences and advising Project Managers regarding findings
• Maintains electronic project files including contract agreements and invoices
• Reviews files and coordinates with Project Managers to obtain executed contract agreements
• Reviews posted project expenses for appropriate reimbursable/non-reimbursable treatment
• Partners with Project Managers regarding overall project needs and analysis
• Provides accurate project documentation for financial and project audits
• Completes Vendor Information Request documentation from clients
• Coordinates Certificate of Insurance distribution for projects
• Prepares lien releases for projects
• Notarizes lien releases prepared by other Operations Accounting team members
• Assumes additional duties as directed

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel and Outlook) software
• Knowledge of cost accounting principles SKILLS and

ABILITIES

• Organizational Skills
• can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish goals; uses resources effectively and efficiently; arranges information and files in a useful manner
• Detail-Oriented
• ability to achieve accuracy and thoroughness when accomplishing a task; pays attention to details and is able to understand what caused a certain outcome
• Customer Focus
• dedicated to meeting expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; acts with customers in mind and establishes relationships gaining their trust and respect
• Analytical Skills
• ability to use clear, logical steps and excellent judgment to understand an issue from all angles before executing an action, detecting patterns, observation, interpreting data, making decisions based on multiple factors and options
• Written Communication Skills
• ability to clearly deliver a message through written words using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Speech Clarity
• ability to speak clearly and in a common language so that others can understand you
• Judgment and Decision-Making Skills
• ability to make reasoned judgments that are logical and well thought out; constructively questioning and analyzing information in order to make the best conclusion
• Interpersonal Skills
• ability to interact positively and work effectively with others

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Accounting degree OR eight years of experience in the accounting system of a professional service company or similar organization

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

 (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Frequently/extensively use a computer for several hours at a time

WORK ENVIRONMENT

 (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Indoors with some exposure to excessive noise, darkness/poor lighting, fumes, or dust SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer EOE Disability/Veteran Our mission is to make a positive difference for our clients, colleagues, and communities Help for Employer Information.

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