We are looking for a contract to possible permanent Project Accountant to support the financial management in Hoover, Alabama. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can oversee project billing, cost tracking, and invoice processing with a high level of accuracy. The role works closely with project teams, consultants, and vendors to keep financial records current, align billing with contract terms, and support reliable revenue recognition throughout the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
• Manage project financial setup activities, including creating assignment documentation and establishing billing structures that reflect contract terms.
• Monitor contract milestones and prepare client billings at the appropriate stages to ensure timely and accurate invoicing.
• Review project revenue and expenses throughout the lifecycle of each job using percentage-of-completion accounting methods.
• Record and reconcile consultant, engineering, and vendor proposals and invoices to the correct projects and cost categories.
• Maintain detailed job cost data and track accruals to support compliance with applicable revenue recognition standards.
• Coordinate payments to consultants and engineers after client funds are received, following agreed payment practices.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to verify the accuracy and consistency of financial information across multiple projects.
• Support ongoing financial oversight by identifying discrepancies, resolving billing issues, and keeping project accounting records up to date.
• 3 to 10 years of experience in project accounting, with preference for backgrounds in architecture, engineering, construction, or related industries.
• Working knowledge of project billing, contract-based invoicing, and job cost accounting principles.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience using accounting or project financial management systems.
• Hands-on experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or Deltek Vision is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage detailed financial records with strong accuracy and organization.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is welcomed, though relevant industry experience is the primary priority.