Project Accountant

About the role

Project Accountant – Flexible location (position may be performed remotely; CA preferred). Spheros Environmental is looking for a Project Accountant to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the financial health and success of our projects by managing budgets, tracking expenses, and analyzing financial performance. As a key collaborator between project managers and the finance team, you’ll ensure accurate reporting, compliance with financial standards, and timely delivery of project deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Review project contracts to understand financial obligations and ensure compliance with contractual terms
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project data in accounting systems
• Support proposal and cost-estimating activities
• Support project managers and accounting team with project management schedules
• Work with project managers and departments (such as Contracting and Accounting) to provide timely project performance data
• Proactively escalate issues that require immediate attention
• Update and maintain the project database and generate standard and special reports for project managers and senior management
• Perform a variety of tasks in support of contracts, clients, project managers, and others
• Prepare client invoices in accordance with contract-specific requirements, including labor detail by staff level, required backup, client portal submission, and pre-authorization for out-of-scope work
• Review subconsultant and subcontractor invoices against agreement terms, rate tables, and period of performance
• Monitor unbilled, WIP, and aged AR; support collections and document write-off requests
• Track budget-to-actual variance, maintain EAC/ETC, and drive resolution with PMs on overbudget project
• Provide guidance on PMO processes
• Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a prior Project Accountant or Cost Accountant role
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance and/or equivalent experience
• Prior experience with analysis of project costs and budgets
• Understanding of Revenue Recognition Rules
• Team player, good work ethic, and self-initiation
• Excellent organization, time management, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (in particular, strong Excel skills and ability to pivot data)
• Strong task ownership, follow-through, and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively and work on several projects simultaneously
• Strong initiative and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Desire to learn new skills and grow professionally
• Project accounting software experience (e.g., Deltek VantagePoint, Deltek Vision, Jamis, Sage) is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive compensation & benefits: salary range of $65,000 - $80,000, with opportunities for bonuses and 401(k) contributions
• Professional growth: ongoing training, conference opportunities, and pathways to leadership and ownership roles
• Work-life balance: hybrid work options and flexible remote work opportunities in approved states
• Global impact: potential for national and international travel for project oversight and client engagement
• Inclusive culture: equal opportunity employer fostering a diverse and supportive work environment
• Opportunities to provide clients with services from all of Spheros Environmental practice areas

Pay

Compensation: $70,000 - $80,000 annually (negotiable based on experience)