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Project Accountant

Full-time

NorthPoint Search Group

Who: A growing AEC firm is seeking a Project Accountant to manage project financials, billing, and revenue across multiple office locations.
What: Collaborate with Project Managers, oversee project setup, revenue recognition, billing, reporting, and project closeouts.
When: Full-time position.
Where: Atlanta, GA; Charlotte, NC; Chattanooga, TN; or Raleigh, NC offices.
Why: Ensure accurate project financial management, support decision-making, and strengthen operational accounting practices.
Office Environment: Collaborative, detail-oriented team focused on project excellence and financial integrity.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Job Description:
The Project Accountant supports financial management of projects, including setup, billing, revenue recognition, reporting, and project closeout activities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Project Managers to oversee project financials, billing, and invoicing.

  • Support project setup and ensure accuracy of all project-related data.

  • Configure complex projects within Acumatica and maintain detailed records.

  • Provide timely updates on project budgets, expenses, and revenue.

  • Ensure proper allocation of project time and resources.

  • Manage project contracts and verify compliance with terms.

  • Perform financial analysis to support proposal pricing and decision-making.

  • Conduct project cleanup and closeout activities, reconciling budgets, unbilled revenue, and task allocations.

Qualifications:

  • Associate’s degree in Business, Administration, or related field.

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in the AEC industry.

  • Knowledge of GAAP and project accounting practices.

  • Proficiency with Excel (intermediate required, advanced preferred).

  • Experience with project accounting software (Acumatica, Oracle, Deltek, Textura).

  • Strong attention to detail and multitasking ability.

  • Experience with general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.

Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
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