Project Accountant

Project Accountant

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

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.