Project Accountant

About the role

Founded in 1986, ChenMoore has grown into a highly regarded multi-disciplinary firm specializing in utility infrastructure, roadway, site development, electrical, planning, landscape architecture, and construction engineering services for both private and public sector clients. ChenMoore is committed to community service and fostering a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up new projects in the ERP system, including contract values, billing terms, revenue methods, and budgets
• Maintain accurate budgets and forecasts, collaborate with Project Managers
• Monitor project performance, including labor, expenses, consultant costs, and profitability
• Analyze budget vs. actual performance and earned revenue
• 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
• Support retainage tracking and billing
• Monitor accounts receivable and assist with collections
• 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, job costing, and budgeting
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

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
• Continuing education
• Mentorship programs
• Professional societies
• Community engagement
• Cell phone