Project Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Project Accountant

Location: Oklahoma City, OK 73103

Pay: $25.00–$30.00 per hour (DOE)

Schedule: 20–30 Hours Per Week | 100% On-Site

Assignment Length: Approximately 8 Weeks

Position Overview

A growing organization is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to provide short-term support for an 8-week assignment. This position will play a key role in managing the financial lifecycle of projects by supporting project setup, financial reporting, revenue recognition, budgeting, forecasting, and client billing. The ideal candidate has a solid accounting foundation, enjoys analyzing project financial performance, and thrives in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain projects within Microsoft Dynamics 365, including contract types, billing terms, funding values, and project details
• Analyze project costs, budgets, revenue, and profitability to identify financial trends, risks, and opportunities
• Monitor project financial performance and maintain accurate project forecasts, including Estimate-at-Complete (EAC) and Estimate-to-Complete (ETC)
• Perform revenue recognition activities in accordance with GAAP and company policies
• Review and validate project transactions, timesheets, and financial data for accuracy
• Prepare and process client invoices while supporting collections and ensuring timely billing
• Maintain accurate work-in-progress (WIP), accounts receivable, and project financial records
• Prepare monthly project status reports, financial summaries, and management reporting
• Collaborate with Accounting, Contracts, Pricing, Project Management, and Operations teams to resolve project-related financial issues
• Communicate project financial results, budget variances, revenue trends, and forecasting updates to leadership
• Assist with month-end close activities and other accounting projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1–3 years of accounting or project accounting experience preferred
• Knowledge of GAAP, revenue recognition, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Experience supporting project-based accounting, job costing, or contract accounting preferred
• Experience working in engineering, construction, aerospace, government contracting, or professional services environments is a plus
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) or other ERP systems preferred
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments