Project Accountant I

Michael Baker International•Orlando, FL

6d•$65,000 - $72,000•Remote

About The Position

Michael Baker International is seeking a Project Accountant I to provide full life-cycle project accounting support to Project Managers. This role supports project financial management through project analysis, project setup, reporting, and revenue recognition activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and eager to develop their project accounting expertise while partnering with project teams to drive successful project outcomes. This position is remote, with a preference for candidates located in the Eastern or Central Time Zone.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
0-3 years of experience in accounting, finance, project accounting, or a similar role.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across project teams.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Accounting or Finance.
CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification.
Experience supporting internal or external audits.
Experience with Oracle Project Accounting modules or a comparable ERP system.
Experience supporting project-based organizations such as engineering, consulting, or professional services firms.

Responsibilities

Perform project-level financial analysis to monitor project performance and provide insights on project health.
Identify potential financial or performance concerns and communicate findings to the Regional Project Accounting Manager.
Coordinate project setup activities to ensure compliance with contract requirements and Michael Baker approval policies.
Review contracts to understand project scope, billing requirements, project type, and invoicing terms.
Maintain project information within Oracle, including project maintenance, budget updates, and funding modifications.
Prepare monthly project reporting and provide financial commentary on project performance, including unbilled and unearned revenue analysis.
Participate in project performance reviews and provide financial support and recommendations.
Support Project Managers and Department Managers with proposal pricing, budget support, audits, financial reporting, and special projects.
Monitor accounts receivable and support Project Managers with collection efforts.
Assist in resolving invoicing issues and developing corrective action plans to improve payment timeliness.
Support project revenue recognition activities in accordance with company policies and procedures.