Project Accountant

About the role

The Project Accountant will work collaboratively with professional services and operations staff, partnering closely with Project Management to perform advanced project accounting activities throughout the project lifecycle in compliance with GAAP, contractual requirements, and company policy.

Responsibilities

• Create new projects, enter purchase orders (POs) and change orders (COs) in the ERP system based on approved request forms
• Verify contract terms, task codes, billing rates and funding limits are accurately established
• Provide subject-matter expertise and guidance on project initiation in ERP system
• Review project financial documents and provide data to project managers on project performance
• Support project managers throughout the project lifecycle including project setup, billing, closeout, etc.
• Partner with project managers to monitor invoice status and proactively follow up as necessary
• Collaborate with billing specialists to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely billing
• Lead weekly coordination meetings with project managers to address open items, reporting needs, and ERP-related questions

Requirements

• Advanced understanding of project accounting, billing projections and contract administration
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams), including advanced Excel functionality
• Experience with an ERP or project accounting platform (Deltek Vantagepoint preferred)
• Basic understanding of debits/credits, percentage of completion concepts, and billing schedules
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment with strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills in a distraction-free workspace
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable supporting remote colleagues via Teams and email
• Demonstrated ability to identify issues, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions
• Ability to prepare, maintain, and analyze accurate financial records, reports, and documentation
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or related field
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in project accounting or a closely related role

Skills

• ERP / billing software experience (Vantagepoint a plus)

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment

Pay

$63,000 - $76,650 USD per year (Remote (United States))