Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Project Accountant to support project based accounting for a fast paced professional services organization. This role partners closely with Project Managers, Finance, and Operations to ensure projects are set up correctly, tracked accurately, and reported in line with contractual and financial requirements.
This is a hands on position for someone who understands the full project lifecycle and enjoys owning the numbers behind active engagements while helping improve processes as the organization grows.
Senior Project Accountant Responsibilities:
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Own the financial management of assigned projects from setup through closeout
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Manage project billing activities including review and release of invoices in accordance with contracts, rate structures, and client requirements
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Partner with Project Managers to monitor project performance, budgets, WIP, and profitability
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Review time and expense entries for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with billing guidelines
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Prepare and analyze project level reports including WIP, revenue recognition, and variance analysis
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Support month end close related to project revenue, deferred revenue, and unbilled receivables
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Investigate and resolve billing discrepancies, adjustments, write offs, and re billings
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Ensure project data is accurately maintained in accounting and project management systems
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Assist with process improvements related to project setup, billing workflows, and reporting
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Serve as a point of contact for project accounting questions across Finance, Operations, and delivery teams
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Support audits and ad hoc reporting requests as needed
Senior Project Accountant Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
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4 to 7 years of experience in project accounting or professional services accounting
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Prior experience in architecture, engineering, consulting, legal, media, or similar project based environments
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Strong understanding of WIP accounting, revenue recognition, and project based billing models
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Comfortable working directly with Project Managers and senior stakeholders
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Experience with accounting and project billing systems
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Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
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Clear communicator who can explain financial concepts to non finance partners