Project Accountant

Colliers Engineering & Design•Miami, FL

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Accountant works closely with project managers to support accurate, timely client invoicing and project financial administration. The role involves entering and reviewing new projects in accounting software, ensuring project setup meets client invoicing and contractual requirements, preparing and submitting invoices, and producing reports as requested. This position is hybrid, with a requirement to work at least three days per week in the Miami, Florida office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance, or an associate degree plus relevant experience.
0–2+ years of project billing experience preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel knowledge.
Prior experience with BST or similar accounting software.
Excellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
Very strong attention to detail.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well as part of a team.
Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related written communications, verbal instructions, and interactions.
Ability to work at least three days per week in the Miami, Florida office.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the Architectural/Engineering/Construction (A/E/C) industry.
0–2+ years of project billing experience.

Responsibilities

Set up new projects and tasks in accounting software.
Verify that projects set up in BST comply with contracts.
Prepare draft invoices for Project Managers and collaborate with them on necessary changes.
Handle contract billing that may use time and materials, cost plus fixed fee, lump sum, or fixed unit terms.
Monitor and match expenses charged to projects with labor charges.
Finalize and submit client invoices, including preparing additional spreadsheets or forms and assembling expense backup when needed.
Provide requested reports to help Project Managers manage the financial health of their projects; requests beyond the Project Accountant’s capabilities are handled by more senior staff.
Assist the collections department and Project Managers with invoice revisions or additional client information needed to support payment.
File invoices and supporting documentation digitally.
Perform other accounting tasks as needed.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid pregnancy disability leave.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
Straight-time compensation for exempt employees’ billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
Education reimbursement.
Access to hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses through an in-house resource.
Mentorship program.
Wellness program.
Women’s Organization.
Philanthropic opportunities.
Safe and comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and opportunities to impact society through projects and company-sponsored activities.