Project Accountant

About Us

Founded in 1986, ChenMoore has grown into a highly regarded multi-disciplinary firm. ChenMoore’s areas of expertise include utility infrastructure, roadway, site development, electrical, planning, landscape architecture, and construction engineering services for both private and public sector clients. ChenMoore prides itself on working to be part of the fabric of the community. We are leaders in community service and the profession. Our staff and our activities are centered around making the community we work in a better place to live. ChenMoore promotes a fun and flexible work environment, taking pride in the quality of our work. ChenMoore promotes a team-oriented approach, both inside and outside of the office.

ChenMoore's headquarters are in Fort Lauderdale with regional offices in Miami, West Palm Beach, Orlando, and Jacksonville. The firm also has satellite and/or project offices in Atlanta, Gainesville, Jupiter, Knoxville, Pensacola, Port St. Lucie, Raleigh, Sarasota, Tallahassee, and Tampa. ChenMoore currently employs over one hundred and seventy (180) professionals, which affords our valued clients a top-level service.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Accountant to support the financial success of our civil engineering projects. This role partners closely with Project Managers (PMs) to oversee project setup, budgeting, billing, and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Project Financial Management
• Set up new projects in the ERP system, including contract values, billing terms, revenue methods, and budgets
• Maintain accurate budgets and forecasts
• Monitor project performance, including labor, expenses, consultant costs, and profitability
• Analyze budget vs. actual performance and earned revenue
• Collaborate with Project Managers to maintain accurate budgets and forecasts
• Ensure proper project coding and cost allocation
• Billing & Revenue Recognition
• Prepare and process client invoices (time & materials, lump sum, and unit-based billing)
• Manage progress billing and percentage-of-completion calculations
• Review unbilled labor, expenses, and WIP to ensure timely invoicing
• Apply appropriate revenue recognition methods (WIP-based, percent complete, milestone-based)
• Ensure billing aligns with contract terms and client requirements
• Support retainage tracking and billing
• Accounts Receivable Support
• Maintain accounts receivable and assist with collections
• Review aging reports and escalate issues when necessary
• Partner with Project Managers to support collection strategies

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of relevant experience in a project-based accounting environment
• Experience in civil engineering, architecture, or professional services preferred
• Strong understanding of: Project accounting principles, Billing methods (percent complete, time & expense, not-to-exceed, etc.), Job costing and budgeting
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint, Deltek Vision, Deltek Ajera, or similar ERP systems preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience is preferred over a degree, but degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is welcome

ChenMoore's High Standard of Professionalism

We are proud of our high standard of professionalism and the quality of service provided to our clients. We strive to establish a sense of pride and loyalty in our employees by maintaining a tradition of excellence in our work and a sense of family in our culture. We also aim to provide an environment that inspires and promotes individuals to reach the full extent of their potential and to continue in their personal “Search for Excellence.”

Our Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life with Dependent Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts with Debit Card
• Voluntary Plans (Supplement Health, Critical Illness/Cancer, Accident)
• 401(k) Plan – Competitive Employer Match
• Supplemental benefits
• Flexible work schedules
• Mentorship programs
• Professional societies
• Community engagement

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.