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Fort Lee, NJ · On-site

$72K - $89K/yr

All revenue lines posted or accrued and reconciled with PTA and project reports * All COS posted or ... Variance analysis , P&L vs budget, P&L vs prior year, Analysis, Gross margins, Freelance costs ...

NJ

$71K - $87K/yr

... project reports All COS posted or accrued and analyzed for appropriate matching to revenue and ... Freelance costs o Commission %'s o T&E o Marketing Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting ...

Finance And Accounting A P&G Cost Engineer will be responsible for: Meeting with clients to discuss ... P&G's freelancer opportunities are for project-based or other short-term engagements that require ...

About Step We stand for the side hustlers, the creators, the freelancers, and the investors. We are ... You will own the month end close while driving key accounting initiatives, projects and process ...

... of freelance talent, project maintenance. * Lead, mentor, train and supervise accounting staff ... Certified Public Accountant * Proven experience improving processes and managing ad-hoc projects

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How much do freelance project accountant jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance project accountant in the United States is $71,914.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,000.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Freelance Project Accountant position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Freelance Project Accountant, you need expertise in project-based accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and a solid understanding of general accounting principles, often supported by a degree in accounting or finance. Proficiency with accounting software (such as QuickBooks, Xero, or SAP), advanced Excel skills, and familiarity with project management tools are highly valued, as are certifications like CPA. Excellent communication, time management, and the ability to work independently with multiple clients are key soft skills in this role. These skills ensure accurate project financial oversight, timely reporting, and strong client satisfaction in a dynamic, remote work environment.

What is a Freelance Project Accountant job?

A Freelance Project Accountant manages the financial aspects of specific projects on a contract basis. They handle budgeting, cost tracking, financial reporting, and compliance to ensure projects stay within financial guidelines. Unlike in-house accountants, they work independently with multiple clients, offering flexibility and specialized expertise. Their role is crucial in industries like construction, consulting, and marketing, where project-based financial management is essential.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for a Freelance Project Accountant?

As a Freelance Project Accountant, your daily tasks often include tracking project expenses, monitoring budgets, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial reports for specific client projects. You may also be responsible for invoicing, cash flow management, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations or client-specific requirements. Communication is key, as you’ll regularly coordinate with project managers, clients, and other stakeholders to discuss financial performance and resolve any discrepancies. This role allows for flexible work arrangements but requires strong self-motivation and organization to manage multiple projects or clients effectively.

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Freelance Senior, Project Manager

Freelance Senior, Project Manager

VSA Partners

Chicago, IL

Other

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Summary:
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for managing multiple projects and/or supporting senior-level project managers on a given client, potentially across multiple clients. They are charged with the overall health of the projects, including day-to-day project communications, financial management, resources, risk mitigation, and both internal and external relationships.

The Senior Project Manager is expected to:
Project Management

  • Oversee and direct multiple projects at a time or support senior-level project managers on a given client/program, or across multiple clients/programs.
  • Ensure projects meet or exceed internal team and client expectations, including being on time and on budget.
  • Interface heavily with senior marketing, technical, and executive management at the client to ensure the solution is understood and addresses the customer's business
    requirements.
  • Contribute content and presentation of key client deliverables as needed to ensure relevancy, strategy, quality, timeliness, and adherence to SOWs.
  • Manage and control project scope and the change control process to ensure that projects are executed according to agreed-upon scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Supervise and raise awareness of all project issues and risks, working with appropriate team members to develop solutions.
  • Communicate relevant project information to the client, such as status, risk, issues, or deliverables.
  • Contribute to, review, and manage creation of client SOWs, ensuring accuracy and legal and financial compliance.
  • Collaborate with the project team to drive the approach, deliverables, schedule, and tools to deliver the project within established constraints; ensure accurate financial
    management of projects.
  • Coordinate activities of the project team and ensure project tasks, including scheduling and facilitating project-related team meetings (i.e., kickoffs, status, internal/client
    reviews), conveying action steps to the team, and delivering weekly status reports to project team, the client, and management.
  • Work with Accounting to manage project billing schedules, including reviewing invoices and tracking fees and expenses.
  • Develop, maintain, review, and/or disseminate project documentation, including status reports, invoices, change orders, project timelines, budgets, and sunset reviews.
  • Ensure project documentation is produced in the standard format, follows internal documentation processes, and is reviewed and approved.
  • Work with Resource Management to ensure projects are appropriately staffed, including both employee and contract resources.
  • Partner with, manage communications, and execute project scope requirements with sister agencies within contract parameters.
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned.

The Senior Project Manager has the following education, experience, and licenses:

  • 5-7 years of demonstrated ability coordinating brand, marketing, campaign and digital projects, preferably in a consulting or agency environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration with a concentration in project management, advertising/marketing, or related field.
  • Experience using project management methodology, including the ability to develop and track scopes of work, identify and resolve issues, mitigate risk, develop detailed task-based project plans and specifications, perform resource allocations, and lead team meetings.
  • Experience with project life cycles, print and digital production processes, and the delivery of solutions with creative and engineering components, advertising projects, brand strategy, and research projects.
  • Experience managing deliverables against a media plan is a plus.

To succeed, they must have the following skills, abilities, and knowledge:

  • Ability to develop and demonstrate an understanding of the client's business, needs, expectations, and requirements.
  • Strong knowledge of one or more of the following: web development processes and the delivery of solutions with creative and technology components, advertising, digital marketing, print, strategy, and research.
  • Strong digital literacy in MS Office/Google Suite (particularly Excel/Sheets), email, project, and team communication software (e.g., Smartsheet, Jira, Slack, DoneDone).
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong team player; ability to assist with facilitating teams and clients.
  • Ability to interact at all levels of the company and with external parties in a professional manner, maintaining effective communication-both written and spoken.
  • Ability to be highly organized, accurate, and timely; able to prioritize.
  • Adaptability, flexibility, persistence, versatility, and ability to handle multiple projects and changing priorities.
  • Ability to organize information, pay attention to detail, accurately follow procedures, maintain confidential information, and remember important pieces of information.
  • Ability to maintain self-motivation and to work independently and in collaborative environments.

Additional information:
Some evenings and weekend work may occasionally be required to meet deadlines.