Sandeep Benipal
Haslet,USA
Summary
Dynamic Project Accounting Analyst with a proven track record at Apex Companies, excelling in project management. Adept at streamlining billing processes and enhancing team collaboration, I leverage strong interpersonal skills and Excel capabilities to drive efficiency and ensure accurate revenue recognition. Passionate about delivering results and optimizing financial performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Accounting Analyst
Apex Companies
08.2020 - Current
- Ensure Projects are set-up in the accounting system in accordance with the client contract in a timely manner.
- Review and ensure contract terms agree to information provided on Project Set-up form (PSF).
- Maintain project-related records, including contracts, change orders, PSF and other project related documents.
- Ensure billing rates are set in accordance with the contract and/or company guidelines.
- Ensure change orders are processed timely.
- Assist project managers to ensure revenue and cost budgets are set-up properly.
- Close out projects timely upon completion.
- Review project expenses and ensure they are reflected correctly and calculating at correct rates.
- Establish a regular routine for preparing invoices and submitting to project managers for review and approval.
- Ensure all invoices and billings are prepared in accordance with contract and/or company guidelines.
- Ensure all invoices are posted into the accounting system when submitted to clients.
- Reconcile all unbilled (WIP) or deferred (negative WIP) balances monthly and address or elevate accordingly.
- Ensure subcontractor invoices are entered timely and paid according to APEX’s pay-when-paid policy/guidance.
- Establish a regular routine for 'courtesy' follow-ups on invoices submitted to clients.
- Review past-due invoices on a weekly basis with project managers and determine a plan of action for following up with the client. This should include documenting actions taken.
- Coordinate with Corporate Receivable Staff regarding collections.
- Track retainers and application of retainers to projects.
- Review and work with project/division managers on an on-going basis to address the following: Negative Backlog - Projects where JTD revenue exceeds budget.
- WIP balances – determine the cause and resolution of any WIP balances after billings are complete and elevate to management as needed.
- Inactive project – review inactive projects or projects without activity for an extended period and if WIP and A/R balances are clear, complete or close-out as appropriate.
- Ensure accurate cost and revenue accruals on projects, and research any discrepancies.
- Understand and validate appropriate revenue recognition on projects.
- Other Responsibilities: Compile information for internal and external auditors as required.
- Attend project reviews and meetings regarding your projects (financial information or discussions).
- Support project managers on any project-related financial activities.
- Support and develop ad-hoc reports as needed for management.
- Support compliance on corporate initiatives.
- Communicate effectively with other project team members and elevate concerns to management.
- Supervise/manage 'helpers' who will assist as needed in all above responsibilities.
- Support other ad hoc tasks as deemed necessary.
Accounts Payables Clerk
Guitar Center DC - Girls Scout center of Indiana
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Processed invoices and payment requests for vendor transactions.
- Assisted in month-end closing activities and financial reporting.
- Collaborated with accounting team to streamline payment processes.
- Communicated with vendors regarding payment inquiries and discrepancies.
- Prepared checks for payment of vendor invoices on a timely basis.
- Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
Freight Manager/Accountant
Shaan Brothers Incorporation
Arlington, USA
04.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed freight operations to ensure timely deliveries and efficient logistics.
- Developed relationships with suppliers to enhance collaboration and service quality.
- Negotiated contracts with carriers based on pricing, service levels offered and overall value provided.
- Developed shipping schedules to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Prepared monthly financial statements and reports for management review.
- Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies promptly.
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
Accounts Payable
Caliber Home Loans
05.2018 - 06.2018
- Reviewed accounts payable and receivable invoices for accuracy prior to payment processing.
- Prepared monthly reconciliations of accounts payable and receivable.
- Monitored accounts payable activities including vendor invoices and payments.
- Managed all accounts payable and receivable activities.
Administrative Assistance
RG Consulting Group Inc
California
03.2012 - 04.2013
- Provided administrative assistance such as scheduling appointments or preparing travel arrangements.
- Provided administrative assistance by scheduling meetings, filing paperwork.
Business Analyst
Thomson Reuters
Bangalore, India
08.2010 - 12.2011
- Suggested changes to senior management using analytics to support recommendations and actively participated in the implementation of approved changes.
- Created informative, actionable, and repeatable reporting that highlighted relevant business trends and opportunities for improvement.
Education
Master’s - Financial Management
Krupanidhi Group of Institutions
Bengaluru, India06-2010
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration
Punjab University
India 06.2008
Equivalent bachelor’s - Business Administration
Educational Credential Evaluators Inc
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Project accounting
- Financial planning
- Budgeting
- A/R
- A/P
- Customer service
- Team building
- Interpersonal skills
- Project management
- Microsoft Excel
- Invoice processing
- Time management
- Billing management
References
Furnish on Request
Work Preference
Salary Range
$75000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Project Accounting Analyst
Apex Companies
08.2020 - Current
Accounts Payables Clerk
Guitar Center DC - Girls Scout center of Indiana
02.2019 - 05.2019
Accounts Payable
Caliber Home Loans
05.2018 - 06.2018
Freight Manager/Accountant
Shaan Brothers Incorporation
04.2018 - 01.2019
Administrative Assistance
RG Consulting Group Inc
03.2012 - 04.2013
Business Analyst
Thomson Reuters
08.2010 - 12.2011
Master’s - Financial Management
Krupanidhi Group of Institutions
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration
Punjab University
Equivalent bachelor’s - Business Administration
Educational Credential Evaluators Inc