Project Accountant

Overview

The organization is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Accountant to join the Shared Services Finance team in Panama. In this role, you will partner closely with Project Managers and key stakeholders to support the financial management of projects throughout their lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with contract administration, change orders, contract modifications, approvals, and project-related accounting and billing matters.
• Monitor Work-in-Progress (WIP) and Accounts Receivable balances, addressing overdue items as needed.
• Interpret and apply project contract terms, billing requirements, and financial obligations.
• Participate in project kick-off meetings to ensure proper financial setup and compliance.
• Prepare and/or review Project Setup Modification Forms (PSUMF) to ensure project budgets and revenue recognition are aligned with company policies and FASB ASC 606 requirements.
• Provide guidance and training to Project Accounting Assistants and Billers on Deltek Vision project setup, billing terms, and project accounting processes.
• Set up, review, and approve new projects and billing terms entered by support staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Prepare and review draft invoices and billing packages, including supporting documentation, before submission for management approval.
• Communicate monthly project financial performance, variances, and related issues to Project Managers and assist in resolving discrepancies.
• Prepare Subconsultant Accounts Payable forms and review consultant invoices to ensure proper coding, approvals, and compliance with company procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of project accounting or project cost accounting experience.
• Demonstrated experience supporting medium to large-scale projects with evolving scopes, schedules, and consultant requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Client-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality service and solutions.
• Strong sense of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within diverse and inclusive teams while contributing to operational and technical excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the Architecture, Engineering, or Consulting industry.
• Knowledge of Deltek Vision.

Compensation & Benefits

This role offers a comprehensive total rewards package, which may include:

• Extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage
• Continuing education benefits
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions

Location

Panama

Additional Information

• Equal opportunity employer; prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws.
• The organization and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.
• Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service are recognized and valued; applications are welcomed from Veterans, Guardsman or Reservist, and Military Spouse or those planning to transition to civilian life.