Project Accountant

Overview

An organization is seeking a Project Accountant to support the Finance & Accounting Department. The role may be based in one of the following offices: Huntsville, AL; McLean, VA; or Tampa, FL.

Employment Type: Contract

Work Mode: Remote

Salary: Competitive

Closing date: Sep 12, 2026

Responsibilities

• Set up project accounts in the accounting system to track financial transactions accurately.
• Maintain detailed records of project-related documents, including contracts, change orders, and other pertinent information.
• Grant access to project accounts for authorized personnel, ensuring security and accuracy in financial management.
• Authorize the transfer of expenses into and out of project-related accounts as needed.
• Review and approve supplier invoices related to projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contracts.
• Review and approve time sheets for work related to projects to ensure accurate labor cost allocation.
• Review and approve overhead charges applied to projects, ensuring correct allocation of costs.
• Regularly review account totals related to project assets and expenses to maintain financial accuracy.
• Investigate project variances and submit detailed variance reports to management, identifying and explaining discrepancies.
• Collaborate with receivables staff to address unpaid contract billings and ensure timely collection.
• Report on project profitability to management, highlighting financial performance and trends.
• Identify and report opportunities for additional billings to management, maximizing project revenue.
• Provide management with reports regarding remaining funding available for projects, supporting informed decision-making.
• Create or approve all project-related billings to customers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Investigate project expenses not billed to customers, ensuring all costs are accounted for and billed appropriately.
• Respond promptly to customer requests for additional detail, providing clear and accurate financial information.
• Approve the write-off of any project-related billings that cannot be billed to or collected from customers, ensuring proper documentation.
• Close out project accounts upon completion, ensuring all financial transactions are finalized and documented.
• Prepare and submit government reports and tax returns related to projects, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Compile necessary information for internal and external auditors, providing accurate and comprehensive financial data as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant work experience.
• Proven experience as a Project Accountant or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CMA certification.
• Experience with project accounting in the construction or engineering industry.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Familiarity with Inventory.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in preparing government reports and tax returns related to projects.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Competitive
• Benefits include multiple individual and family medical plans for full time employees, including an HSA option; two tiers of dental coverage; vision; life & AD&D; disability; accident; hospital indemnity; and critical illness insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Sponsored trainings and certifications.
• Pet insurance benefits.
• Commuter transit benefits.
• Free subscription to a virtual exercise platform.
• 401(k) plan available to all employees with a company matching contribution.

Location

Remote work is supported, with office options in Huntsville, AL; McLean, VA; or Tampa, FL.