Project Accountant

ChenMoore • Fort Lauderdale, FL

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About The Position

ChenMoore is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Accountant to support the financial success of our civil engineering projects. This role partners closely with Project Managers (PMs) to oversee project setup, budgeting, billing, and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate thrives in a project-based environment and plays a key role in delivering accurate, timely financial information that drives profitability, cash flow, and informed business decisions. As a Project Accountant, you are a strategic partner to our project teams. Your ability to provide reliable financial insights and maintain strong financial controls directly contributes to project performance and overall company success.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of relevant experience in a project-based accounting environment
• Experience in civil engineering, architecture, or professional services preferred
• Strong understanding of: Project accounting principles
• Billing methods (percent complete, time & expense, not-to-exceed, etc.)
• Job costing and budgeting
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Nice To Haves

• Experience is preferred over a degree, but degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is welcome
• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint, Deltek Vision, Deltek Ajera, or similar ERP systems

Responsibilities

• Set up new projects in the ERP system, including contract values, billing terms, revenue methods, and budgets
• Monitor project performance, including labor, expenses, consultant costs, and profitability
• Analyze budget vs. actual performance and earned revenue
• Collaborate with Project Managers to maintain accurate budgets and forecasts
• Ensure proper project coding and cost allocation
• Prepare and process client invoices (time & materials, lump sum, and unit-based billing)
• Manage progress billing and percentage-of-completion calculations
• Review unbilled labor, expenses, and WIP to ensure timely invoicing
• Apply appropriate revenue recognition methods (WIP-based, percent complete, milestone-based)
• Ensure billing aligns with contract terms and client requirements
• Support retainage tracking and billing
• Monitor accounts receivable and assist with collections
• Review aging reports and escalate issues when necessary
• Partner with Project Managers to support collection strategies

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life with Dependent Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts with Debit Card
• Voluntary Plans (Supplement Health, Critical Illness/Cancer, Accident)
• 401(k) Plan – Competitive Employer Match
• Supplemental benefits
• Flexible work schedules
• Continuing education
• Mentorship programs
• Professional societies
• Community engagement
• Cell phone

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed