Accounting Specialist - Billing
Location: Cincinnati, OH
WHO WE ARE:
Jedson Engineering is an Engineering Consultancy headquartered in Cincinnati, OH. We provide full-service engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCm) services to industrial process manufacturers that operate in pulp & paper, chemical, CPG, F&B, power and heavy industrial market markets across the nation. We are in a significant growth mode and it’s an exciting time to be joining our business!
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
As part of the Accounting team, you will primarily be responsible for:
Generate invoices for clients based on projects and billed workWork with engineers to ensure their timesheets are accurately enteredResponding to email requests and calls from Clients and Project ManagersProject Lifecycle Management - setting up, funding, billing, closingProcessing Purchase OrdersAccurately post and allocate incoming payments against respective invoicesPerform checks and analyze reports to ensure billing accuracyMonth-end general ledger account reconciliations and other closing processes as assignedAssist leadership with reportingAssist with on demand analysis requestsYOUR IDEAL BACKGROUND:
The successful candidate will be a natural critical thinker, possess a strong attention to detail coupled with a client-focused attitude and strong communication skills.
Commensurate business experience of 1 – 3 years of experience in a similar roleService oriented individual with strong communication skills to work with Project Managers and external clientsStrong overall ERP skills and specifically related to project management and customer invoicingIntermediate Excel skills required with the willingness to move to the mastery levelMeticulous attention to detailAbility to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesAbility to receive direction, work independently and move forward as part of a teamWell organized, analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills Read LessBusiness Development Manager – Consumer Products
Location: Any Jedson Office, Hybrid
WHO WE ARE:
Jedson Engineering is an Engineering Consultancy headquartered in Cincinnati OH, with 6 full service offices across the United States. We provide full-service engineering, procurement and construction management services to industrial process manufacturers that operate in pulp & paper, chemical, consumer product and food & beverage market. We are in a significant growth mode and it’s an exciting time to be joining our business!
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
The Business Development Manager will work closely with our Vertical Lead for Consumer Products, to shape the “go to market” strategy and marshal resources in a strong “team” environment. This individual will be directly responsible for client relationship development, lead generation and cultivation, proposal management, contract closing and account guardianship. They will support significant clients and their related projects, participating in project management and client relationship management.
Winning profitable business from new and existing clients; Establishing prospect / client needs, qualifying prospects, working with engineering and other internal resources to effectively communicate value and working with internal teams to prepare pricing and contracts. Develop industry knowledge and information on capital projects to develop an understanding of project investment drivers to optimize service offerings. Identify opportunities for differentiation on technical, project delivery and commercial bases.Managing and executing a client centered (i.e. solution oriented) sales process to burnish our client’s reputation as a value-added partner.Develop / augment industry collateral.Networking and serving as a thought leader in their respective industries.Understanding competitor capabilities and returning market intelligence on how competitors are viewed and utilized by clients and prospects.Working in a matrix organization to ensure projects sold are staffed with the appropriate resources.Participating in the project management of engagements you sell as appropriate.Serving as the key client contact to deepen and widen the relationship.Managing other business development team members.YOUR IDEAL BACKGROUND:
The successful candidate should have an entrepreneurial spirit, and be excited by opportunities to add value to our clients with Jedson’s engineering expertise. Strong communication skills, collaboration and courage to challenge the status quo are cornerstones of the Jedson Edge.
Experience working in the Consumer Products industry from an Engineering, Maintenance or Construction capacityA deep understanding of engineering services and construction consulting.Experience in executing engineering design and project management projects.A successful track record of selling engineering or construction management services to the consumer products industry.Be results-oriented, proactive and confident,Client focused with a keen understanding of the needs of Consumer Product clients Read LessSQL Database Engineer
Will need to work in the Jedson Cin, OH office. Hybrid Schedule
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain SQL Server databases, tables, views, stored procedures, and functions.Write, optimize, and troubleshoot complex T-SQL queries and database performance issues.Administer SQL Server environments, including monitoring, maintenance, upgrades, and security.Develop and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes.Support data integrations, ETL processes, and Power BI reporting solutions.Collaborate with application teams on database design, deployments, and production support.Assist with internal application development, reporting, and data-driven solutions as business needs require.Create and maintain technical documentation, standards, and change management processes.Evaluate and recommend improvements to database and data platform technologies.Requirements
5+ years of SQL Server administration and development experience.Strong T-SQL skills, including query optimization, indexing, and stored procedure development.Experience with database performance tuning, monitoring, and troubleshooting.Solid understanding of relational database design and data modeling.Experience with backup, recovery, security, and high-availability concepts.Proficiency with SQL Server administration tools such as SSMS and SQL Agent.Experience feeding data with Power BI reporting and analytics solutions.Knowledge of source control and database deployment practices.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Experience with SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, or other SQL Server data platform technologies.Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with PHP or other web application development technologies.Additional experience with Microsoft Azure, Azure SQL, Microsoft Fabric, or cloud-based data platforms.Would be good to have experience with PowerShell, Python, or other scripting languages for automation. Read LessSQL Database Engineer
Will need to work in the Jedson Cin, OH office. Hybrid Schedule
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain SQL Server databases, tables, views, stored procedures, and functions.Write, optimize, and troubleshoot complex T-SQL queries and database performance issues.Administer SQL Server environments, including monitoring, maintenance, upgrades, and security.Develop and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes.Support data integrations, ETL processes, and Power BI reporting solutions.Collaborate with application teams on database design, deployments, and production support.Assist with internal application development, reporting, and data-driven solutions as business needs require.Create and maintain technical documentation, standards, and change management processes.Evaluate and recommend improvements to database and data platform technologies.Requirements
5+ years of SQL Server administration and development experience.Strong T-SQL skills, including query optimization, indexing, and stored procedure development.Experience with database performance tuning, monitoring, and troubleshooting.Solid understanding of relational database design and data modeling.Experience with backup, recovery, security, and high-availability concepts.Proficiency with SQL Server administration tools such as SSMS and SQL Agent.Experience feeding data with Power BI reporting and analytics solutions.Knowledge of source control and database deployment practices.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Experience with SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, or other SQL Server data platform technologies.Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with PHP or other web application development technologies.Additional experience with Microsoft Azure, Azure SQL, Microsoft Fabric, or cloud-based data platforms.Would be good to have experience with PowerShell, Python, or other scripting languages for automation. Read LessJOB SUMMARY
Project Managers should have a proven record of project leadership on EPC projects, either lump sum or reimbursable projects, with a project value between $150MM - $500MM. The project Manager possesses the knowledge and skills to develop project plans, scope of services, schedules, budgets, and execution plans, understands project success criteria, and is the primary interface with the client, and coordinates and leads the engineering team.
The Project Manager will also be involved in various business development activities and will be expected to mentor and develop other employees within their organization.
Project Managers own project execution, project integration, client coordination during execution, project demand forecasting, scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, change management, revenue, burn, and client delivery performance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements, client expectations, quality expectations, and Project Governance requirements.Manage scope, cost, schedule, quality, risk, interdisciplinary coordination, third-party coordination, client coordination, project communications, revenue, burn, and margin performance.Understand project-specific terms and conditions, commercial obligations, client expectations, reporting requirements, warranties, guarantees, liability, indemnities, insurance, retainage, and contractual commitments; communicate relevant obligations to the project team.Develop and maintain the project execution strategy, including kickoff documentation, deliverables list, project execution plan as applicable, coordination cadence, client meeting structure, risk register, earned value approach, PCN log, change management process, and reporting cadence.Own the project risk register, mitigation plan, assignment of risk owners, risk due dates, and closure of mitigated risks.Maintain and communicate accurate forecasts, including revenue projections, burn forecasts, labor demand by discipline, schedule milestones, staffing needs, ETC/EAC, and expected completion dates.Modify internal forecasting when project conditions evolve, including scope, schedule, staffing, vacations, named-resource changes, third-party input delays, internal productivity assumptions, and client-driven changes.Lead the multidisciplinary project team and provide timely performance feedback to DMs and Discipline Leads.Engage Project Controls early and keep PC involved in cost, schedule, EV, progress, change, forecast, resource, AR/AP, and margin risks.Proactively manage change orders, PCNs, project memoranda for changes or delays, commercial recovery actions, and client communications related to scope or schedule impacts.Coordinate with Account Managers, Vertical Leads, MOPs, and BU Leadership on client relationship matters, growth opportunities, seller-doer needs, account strategies, and lessons learned.Integrate safety, quality, and risk expectations into kickoff meetings, weekly project meetings, client meetings, and project reporting.Ensure quality issues, rework trends, client comments, late deliverables, checking/review concerns, or discipline performance issues are escalated promptly to the DM, DL, MOP, MOE, Project Controls, and BU Leadership as appropriate.Provide accurate, clear, thorough, and timely reporting to MOP, Project Controls, Account Manager when client/account feedback is relevant, and Business Unit Leadership. For additional project governance expectations, consult with the Project Governance Leadership Team.OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Strong commercial acumen to include understanding of key clients and their industry; market influences, financial cycles and product applications etc.Detailed understanding of different business frameworks including joint ventures and consortiums, and their respective risk, profit, loss and governanceExperienced working within different contract agreements from lump sum, reimbursable, G-max etc.Demonstrated understanding of local conditions, environment, climate, labor posture and availabilityDemonstrated ability to work with local contractors and vendors and to maintain good community relationsGood understanding of the impact of local laws, regulations, prices, exchange rates, taxation issues, import and export criteria, logistics, etc.Active engagement with external organizations to include professional associations, education institutes, community partners and industry trade associationsStrong understanding of engineering principles, construction processes and project management methodologies.Excellent leadership, communication and negotiation skills.Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.Proficiency in project management software tools such as MS Project, Primavera or similar.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Risk Management capabilities.Financial management and resource optimization.Maintain the firm’s reputation for excellence and delivering complex, multi-discipline projects on time, within budget and with quality.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.10 to 20+ years of related project experience.Experience in a project leadership role for a lump sum EPC project of more than $150MM or a Reimbursable project of more than $500MMStrong understanding and working knowledge of Project ControlsAbility to foster and build strong relationships with clients, internal stakeholders and engineersDemonstrated leadership skills to support a project from cradle to grave**The above information is intended to describe the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required to perform the work.
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