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Project Accountant

$26.44 - $32.21 per hour

Atwell, llc

Who We Are Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 70+ locations and growing! Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards: Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11) Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14) Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the southeastern US What You'll Do Utilize Deltek Vision to create and manage client and project records, including billing setup and project updates. Review contracts and proposals to ensure accurate project setup in compliance with billing terms. Process project modifications such as billing term changes, project status updates, time transfers, and inter-project transfers. Prepare and submit accurate client invoices, incorporating changes documented during Project Manager billing reviews. Verify the format and content of final invoices for accuracy and completeness. Submit final invoices to clients in accordance with individual client requirements and contractual obligations. Issue client statements of account and provide support for client billing inquiries. Conduct client collection calls and follow up on outstanding receivables as needed. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or related field, or equivalent experience. Associate’s Degree required, Bachelor’s preferred, in Accounting or an equivalent field. One to three years or more of experience functioning in a similar capacity. Experience with Deltek Vision a plus. Must have high level knowledge of Microsoft Office products, automated accounting, and billing systems Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Disclaimer While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you. Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

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Pay Range

$26.44 — $32.21 USD

Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs. Work/Life: Generous Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave Flexible work schedules are available for some positions Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences Compensation: Competitive Compensation packages Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation Tuition Assistance Student Loan Repayment Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure Employee Referrals Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.) Dependent Care Match ‘Atwell’ness: Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP) Family Planning & IVF Benefits Pet Insurance Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services #J-18808-Ljbffr Atwell, llc

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