Project Accountant

Overview

A growing Ajera Services team is seeking a detail-oriented and client-focused Project Accountant to provide transactional accounting and project coordination support for AEC clients using Deltek Ajera. This role is essential for ensuring accurate financial operations, timely project execution, and delivering an exceptional client experience.

Responsibilities

Client Accounting & Project Support

• Perform project accounting functions including:
  • Client invoicing
  • Bank and credit card reconciliations
  • Credit card imports
  • Vendor invoice coding and payments
  • Accounts receivable collection activities
• Complete client deliverables accurately, on time, and within budget
• Coordinate project kickoff meetings, agendas, and meeting documentation
• Collaborate with internal teams and external client stakeholders to support project success
• Monitor and follow up on action items and deliverables

Project Coordination & Documentation

• Maintain project plans, workflow documentation, and meeting notes
• Update project records and team notes weekly
• Support process improvements and implementation of best practices
• Ensure documentation standards and internal procedures are consistently followed

Ajera & Technical Responsibilities

• Navigate Deltek Ajera across:
  • Project Command Center
  • Client invoicing
  • Bank and credit card reconciliation
  • Vendor management
  • Accounts receivable collection tools
• Apply project accounting concepts including:
  • Job costing
  • Work-in-progress (WIP) analysis
  • Billing procedures

Requirements

• 5+ years of accounting experience at the Project Accountant level or higher
• Experience managing multiple accounting priorities and deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems and ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working successfully in a fully remote environment (preferred)
• Experience within a Professional Services environment (preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Deltek Ajera
• AEC industry accounting experience
• Familiarity with project accounting principles including WIP analysis and job costing
• Experience with vendor payment processing and accounts receivable collections
• Accounting degree preferred but not required

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $65,000 - $75,000, with final offer based on skills, experience, certifications, and geography
• Health & wellness options including three medical plans to fit different needs and budgets
• Access to zero-cost telehealth services and wellness discounts for gym memberships, nutrition, and mental health support
• Flexible PTO policy plus 10 paid holidays
• Employer-backed Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employer-paid life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), and comprehensive short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program and personal insurance options

Location

This is a fully remote position supporting clients across all 50 states.