Project Accounting Specialist

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Project Accounting Specialist at LJA Accounting, you will be responsible for accounting and administrative support for day-to-day activities of Project Managers.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE

• Project setup and maintenance
• Invoicing clients on a weekly/monthly basis – lump sum, time & material, % of completion basis
• Preparing spreadsheet invoices to include detailed backup documentation
• Providing project, billing, A/R and other misc. reports as needed
• Assisting Project Managers and Collections group with resolving outstanding AR issues
• Analyzing revenue and job cost
• Monitoring sub-consultants including reviewing contract and insurance certificates ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, tracking payment status
• Reviewing accounts payable and coding, entry as needed
• Archiving documents pertaining to projects and client/sub-consultant contracts
• Working directly with various project managers, administrative support and management
• Completing special projects as requested by a supervisor or manager

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or Business Administration preferred

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of experience in a billing position
• Intermediate experience with Excel and Microsoft Office

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE

• Experience with billing for public/government clients is a plus
• Experience with ERP project-based accounting systems Deltek, Clearview/InFocus, or BST Global is a plus
• Experience with invoice submittal via client portals is a plus
• Experience in the Engineering or Construction industry is a plus

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

• At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member.
• We’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.
• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.