Johannesburg, South Africa Remote (Country) Contract

Woolpert is hiring a Project Accountant I

About the Role

Manage the financial integrity of client projects by ensuring accurate setup, billing compliance, and timely invoicing within a remote finance team. This role plays a key part in maintaining precise financial records and supporting seamless project delivery through close coordination with internal stakeholders and clients.

What You'll Do

  • Verify and approve customer account setups, confirming all necessary billing information meets company standards.
  • Analyze contracts, purchase orders, and billing terms to correctly enter data into the Management Information System (MIS).
  • Generate and submit invoices accurately and on schedule through various online billing platforms.
  • Process expense reclassifications with proper authorization, maintaining a clear audit trail in the MIS.
  • Support the close-out of customer accounts, ensuring all system records are complete and up to date.
  • Monitor accounts receivable, update ledger comments, and communicate directly with clients when needed.
  • Review CRM updates to confirm alignment with billing records in the MIS.
  • Handle voids and write-offs only after required approvals are obtained.
  • Follow up on payments and coordinate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies.
  • Escalate overdue balances (60+ days) to designated leads for resolution.
  • Ensure adherence to the CSP process and contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
  • 4–6 years of hands-on experience in accounting or financial operations.
  • Proven experience with Dynamics 365, Salesforce, and Adobe for billing and documentation.
  • Proficiency in accounting systems, financial reporting, and database management tools.
  • Strong command of Microsoft Office and internet-based applications.
  • Ability to work during US business hours (14:00–23:00 South Africa time).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Experience interacting with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively, solve problems, and support organizational goals.
  • Customer-focused mindset with attention to detail and responsiveness to stakeholder needs.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience handling bulk invoicing processes is strongly preferred.

Benefits

  • Work on impactful projects that contribute to global communities.
  • Freedom to set your own schedule and work location within company guidelines.
  • Opportunity to become a firm owner through the Principal program.
  • Access to diverse learning and career advancement paths across industries.
  • Fitness reimbursement and technology stipend to support remote work and well-being.
  • Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
  • Competitive compensation and pay structure.
Required Skills
Dynamics 365SalesforceAdobeMicrosoft OfficeManagement Information SystemCRM systembilling portalsdatabase managementfinancial reportingaccounting systems Dynamics 365SalesforceAdobeMicrosoft OfficeManagement Information SystemCRM systembilling portalsdatabase managementfinancial reportingaccounting systems
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Woolpert
Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. The company blends design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value.
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Department Finance
Category other
Posted 2 hours ago