Project Accountant

DLR Group•Dallas, TX

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

DLR Group's Dallas office has an opening for a Project Accountant. As a Project Accountant, you will be a key financial partner to project and business leaders, providing insight, guidance, and support throughout the lifecycle of our projects. You will help teams understand project financial performance, maintain accurate project data, support invoicing and revenue forecasting, and proactively identify opportunities to strengthen project profitability and financial outcomes. This role combines project accounting expertise with strong business acumen and relationship-building skills. You will collaborate across teams, sectors, and regions; help promote financial best practices; and serve as a resource to both project leaders and fellow Project Accountants. You will also have opportunities to mentor team members and contribute to the continued development of our project accounting function. DLR Group is 100% employee-owned, and every employee-owner has a role in the financial success of the firm. If you enjoy partnering with project teams, solving complex financial questions, and using data to help inform business decisions, this may be the opportunity for you.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
8+ years of experience in project accounting, billing, accounting, financial administration, or a related role
Experience supporting financial processes such as invoicing, accounts receivable, project setup, budgeting, forecasting, or financial reporting
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research financial questions and identify appropriate solutions
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy
Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with project leaders and internal teams
Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate financial and project information
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
Must be eligible to work in the United States without need for work visa or residency sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or a related field
Experience in an architecture, engineering, design, or professional services firm
Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or a similar project-based financial management system
Experience mentoring, training, or supporting the development of other team members

Responsibilities

Partner with Project Leadership to analyze project financial performance, identify trends, and support project profitability
Coordinate monthly project financial reviews, including billing progress, percentage complete, revenue projections, project budgets, and related financial considerations
Set up and maintain accurate project information in Deltek Vantagepoint, including contracts, compensation, fee distributions, and consultant information
Review project contracts and work plans to ensure financial information is accurately reflected in project systems
Support timely and accurate client invoicing by reviewing timesheets, labor reports, reimbursable expenses, direct expenses, and other project financial information
Monitor accounts receivable aging, coordinate collection efforts with Project Leadership, research payment discrepancies, and communicate payment status as needed
Review consultant invoices and subconsultant agreements, coordinate fee allocations, and support consultant payment inquiries and documentation
Prepare, review, and respond to project financial reports, questions, fee adjustments, and other accounting-related requests
Mentor and support Project Accountant team members and contribute to the onboarding and development of new team members
Collaborate with Financial Services, project teams, sectors, and regions to promote consistent financial practices and identify opportunities to improve processes and workflows