(GBR-London) Project Accountant (Maternity Cover)

**Job Number** 20043951 **Job Category** Finance and Accounting **Location** Europe Office - London, Barnard's Inn, 86 Fetter Lane, London, Greater London, United Kingdom VIEW ON MAP **Brand** Corporate **Schedule** Full-time **Relocation?** No **Position Type** Management **Start Your Journey With Us** **POSITION SUMMARY** As a member of the Europe Business Finance & Administration team the Project Accountant will perform project accounting duties for assigned projects of moderate to high complexity/financial risk. **EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS** • Complete accurate and timely project set-up in the financial systems (PeopleSoft and Mosaic). • Monitor and review project costs for accuracy and make applicable adjusting entries. Prepare and analyze project forecasts as applicable; identify potential risks and communicate appropriately. • Ensure projects are billed in a timely and accurate manner, in accordance with owner/contractual requirements; may include contractual agreements including foreign currency translation issues. • Monitor problem accounts receivable items including past due problem accounts; escalate to appropriate level for resolution. • Review applicable domestic or international tax requirements, to ensure taxes are accrued and paid in accordance with jurisdictional regulations. • Prepare and issue timely and accurate project status reporting to management on a periodic basis. Complete timely and accurate project closeout activities in conjunction with Project Management and in accordance with owner and contractual requirements. • Interface with owners and other project/department management on projects with standard and non-standard loan and/or funding requirements • Compile and review account reconciliations for accuracy and resolve reconciliation issues for assigned projects. • Support process improvement opportunities to drive consistent tools and processes by using technology. Recommend areas in which processes may be optimized and/or improved. Utilizes strong systems skills in multiple applications in order to streamline processes and gain efficiencies. **CANDIDATE PROFILE** **KEY TALENTS AND EXPERIENCE** • Excellent PC skills: proficient in Microsoft Office products • PeopleSoft software experience preferred • Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles required (GAAP) • Strong interpersonal and oral/written communications skills required • Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines • Ability to work independently and in a team setting • Knowledge of contracting, construction/design industry, project management and consulting agreements preferred. • Ability to identify issues, recommend solutions, and implement resolutions • Strong analytical skills and effective problem-solving abilities; makes decisions using data • Ability to build and maintain key relationships and to coordinate with other departments and owners • Customer-service oriented perspective and an effective listener • Fluent in English. **EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION** • Bachelor (or equivalent) degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline or equivalent work experience required. • CPA (or equivalent certification) preferred. **LOCATION** • This position will be based in Eschborn/London. **OTHER** • Perform other related tasks as assigned by management • Complies with Marriott International policies and procedures • The position may involve travelling and overnight stays as appropriate to cover responsibilities • Working hours are as required to do your job but normally not less than 40 hours per week. This may involve some weekend work. _Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws._

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