Project Accounting Analyst

Overview

A remote Project Accountant position is available to support financial tasks related to analysis, monitoring, and reporting for assigned consulting projects and programs. This role involves coordinating interdepartmental program plans and interfacing with vendors and customers as needed. The Project Accountant will monitor and report performance against plans to ensure contractual cost and schedule objectives are met, oversee financial accounts, and ensure accurate task order charges including labor hours, subcontractor costs, and other direct costs. The position requires preparing financial reports and estimates provided to government clients, resolving reporting and compliance issues, and working with various management levels under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial tasks for assigned consulting projects and programs, collaborating with team members, sales, consulting staff, and management.
• Establish and maintain revenue and billing formulas.
• Monitor contract funding and modification reconciliation.
• Review and approve some sales opportunities and new bookings.
• Conduct Estimate-At-Completion and Estimate-To-Completion reviews and variance analysis.
• Prepare ad hoc project reports and analyses.
• Prepare month-end project journal entries.
• Coordinate with Product Accounting, Contracts, and Sales support teams.
• Analyze contract customer requirements and project scope; escalate issues outside scope or guidelines.
• Prepare sales order documents and purchase orders per customer and vendor agreements.
• Reconcile project details between OpenAir, NetSuite, and Certinia.
• Maintain accurate revenue recognition on individual projects.
• Maintain budget details and cost/revenue buildup prior to opportunity/booking approval.
• Attend team and project-related meetings as required.
• Assist Accounts Payable with expense reports and vendor bills when needed.
• Assist Accounts Receivable with customer invoice generation and cleanup when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in accounting or financial analyst roles.
• Experience with accounting/financial software such as NetSuite and Certinia.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Excel and other data management tools.
• Knowledge of revenue recognition and accrual accounting.
• Experience with government contracting requirements is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of proper accounting treatment for consulting projects, including accounts receivable, general ledger, and account reconciliations.
• Professional demeanor when interfacing with customers regarding collections and disputes.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and interpret contract documents from vendors and government agencies.
• Strong problem-solving and mathematical skills.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize work and self-manage.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Frequent application of functional discipline principles, standards, and theories.

Compensation and Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with corporate matching.
• 529 college savings plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Legal resources.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, leave programs, and flexible time off.
• Employee referral and recognition programs.
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
• Remote or hybrid work options.
• Company events including team building, awards, and kick-off parties.
• Health and wellness activities.
• Relaxation spaces and in-office refreshments.
• Environmentally friendly office practices.

Location

This is a remote position.

Additional Information

As a federal government contractor and recipient of federal funding, the employer complies with the Drug-Free Workplace Act and requires pre-employment drug testing. Marijuana, including medical marijuana, is considered a controlled substance under federal law and will be screened for.

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal consideration regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or other protected factors. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants unable to complete the online application process.