Accounting Projects Specialist

About Us QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects. Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients. About this Role About Us QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects. Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients. About this Role The Accounting Projects Specialist is an experienced accounting professional who provides senior-level, hands-on support to the accounting and finance department across a range of high-priority initiatives. This role brings deep, broad-based accounting expertise to help stand up accounting processes for new legal entities, support general ledger activities, oversee work within accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) systems, and provide seamless coverage across accounting and finance functions during staff leaves of absence. The position carries no supervisory responsibility, but is recognized as a senior, individual-contributor role that exercises independent judgment, works with minimal oversight, and can be trusted to move fluidly across projects, systems, and teams. What You'll Do Leads the accounting setup of new legal entities, including chart of accounts configuration, opening entries, and coordination with tax, treasury, legal, and other stakeholders Independently manages general ledger activities, including complex journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end/quarter-end close tasks Oversees and performs transactions within accounts payable systems, including invoice coding, vendor setup, and payment processing, exercising judgment on more complex or non-routine items Oversees and performs transactions within accounts receivable systems, including invoicing, cash application, and collections, exercising judgment on more complex or non-routine items Provides seamless, senior-level coverage across accounting and finance functions (e.g., AP, AR, general ledger, payroll support, financial reporting) during employee leaves of absence or periods of high volume, often stepping into functions with limited notice or ramp-up time Builds and maintains cross-functional documentation of processes and procedures to enable consistent coverage across the department Leads special projects as assigned, which may include legal entity stand-ups, systems implementations, process improvement initiatives, and ad hoc reporting or analysis Identifies and recommends process improvements based on cross-functional exposure to multiple areas of accounting and finance Ensures accuracy, organization, and audit-readiness of supporting documentation in compliance with internal controls and company policy Serves as a trusted point of contact for the Controller and Assistant Controller on project status, open items, and cross-functional coordination Performs other senior-level accounting and finance duties as assigned What You'll Bring Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent combination of education and extensive relevant work experience Minimum of 10 years' experience within the Accounting/Financial Reporting function Demonstrated experience across multiple accounting disciplines (e.g., general ledger, AP, AR) Experience working within an ERP system Proven ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment with minimal supervision Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Self-starter who can work independently while supporting the needs of the broader team Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), with the ability to communicate effectively to all levels of the organization Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Ability to adapt quickly across different systems, functions, and priorities Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities Discretion in handling confidential financial information Preferred Experience and Education Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Advanced degree (e.g., Master's degree) in Accounting or Finance Experience within a Construction accounting setting Experience supporting the accounting setup of new legal entities or business units Experience in a multi-entity or multi-location organization Experience working within JD Edwards Travel Requirements Travel: Yes Percent of Time: Up to 30% What You'll Get QISG Benefits Highlights Competitive Compensation Comprehensive Health Coverage - Multiple Medical, dental & vision plans with 100% preventive care 24/7 telehealth (Teladoc) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Company-funded HSA and pre-tax savings options 401(k) Retirement Plan No-cost Short- and Long-term Disability Employer-paid basic Life & AD&D Insurance Paid Time off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays Paid Parental leave Education Reimbursement and Professional Development Employee discount program and optional insurance offerings: Identity Theft Protection Accident Insurance Voluntary Life (spouse and child) Critical Illness Hospital Indemnity Pet Insurance Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.