Project Accountant -(8+ YOE)

Hord Coplan Macht, Inc.•Conshohocken, PA

26d•$79,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

HCM is a collaborative design firm looking for a Project Accountant to join their Conshohocken office. This role supports the fiscal health of assigned projects by working closely with project managers and team members. The ideal candidate will be analytical, adaptable, and collaborative, with strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to take ownership of responsibilities while building positive relationships across the team. This is a 5-day-a-week, in-office position, with training in Baltimore and opportunities for cross-training.

Requirements

At least eight years of project accounting experience, preferably in an architecture or engineering firm.
Intermediate to advanced computer literacy, including experience in spreadsheets and project accounting software.
Understanding of standard contract terms and how they are applied in the billing process.
Ability to work with minimal guidance, prioritize, and multitask.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to interact with and work with all levels of the organization, clients, and subconsultants.
Strong analytical skills and detail-oriented.

Nice To Haves

Deltek Vantagepoint experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Set up new projects and related fees and budgets in accounting software.
Update fees and budgets for additional services.
Adjust fees, budgets, and revenue upon Owner-approved bids and alternates.
Prepare draft/final invoices (including applicable supporting documentation) for all billable projects in accordance with project specific billing requirements.
Provide monthly Accounts Receivable reports to Studio Leaders and Principals in Charge (PICs) and coordinate follow-up with PICs & PMs on skipped invoice payments.
Perform actual-to-budget variance analysis for projects and support managers in addressing identified issues.