Project Accountant

Pierce Goodwin Alexander & Linville•Houston, TX

17d

About The Position

PGAL is a national design firm specializing in architecture, engineering, interiors, and planning for a diverse group of public and private sector clients. We believe great design grows from a supportive, energized environment. Thats why we encourage initiative, value diverse perspectives, and give team members the opportunity to take meaningful ownership of their work. From your first day at PGAL, you will be part of a collaborative process where your voice matters and your contributions make a real impact. If you are seeking a firm where design excellence is matched by commitment to professional development and a culture that values people, PGAL offers a place to thrive and grow. We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Project Accountant to support monthly billing operations and project financial administration. This production-level position is focused on executing monthly invoicing, interpreting contract terms, and ensuring accurate project setup and compliance. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of the A/E industry billing cycle, proficiency in Deltek systems, and the ability to interpret complex contract language.

Requirements

High school diploma required; post-secondary degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience in project accounting or billing within an architecture, engineering, or construction (AEC) environment.
Strong understanding of project billing methodologies, contract compliance, and industry-standard invoice practices
Proficiency in Deltek Vantagepoint / Vision required
Skilled in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
Exceptional attention to detail, ability to manage deadlines across multiple active projects, and strong organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills; must be comfortable interacting with internal teams and external clients professionally
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship now or in the future

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with FAR and other federal contract compliance preferred

Responsibilities

Execute the complete monthly invoicing cycle, ensuring invoices are prepared accurately and submitted timely in accordance with contract billing terms and schedules
Review and interpret client contracts to establish billing methods (Lump Sum, Time & Materials, Cost Plus), invoicing frequency, reimbursable expenses, and documentation requirements inclusive of Pay Applications, Waivers and MWBE reports
Set up new projects in the financial system based on client contract terms, incorporating the appropriate phase/task structure, billing parameters, and insurance obligations
Coordinate with project managers to validate project data, fee information, and milestones for accurate and timely billing
Submit invoices via client-specific portals or through other electronic submission formats
Track and reconcile project-level financial data, including prior billing, contract value, and remaining fee balances
Monitor accounts receivable by following up on outstanding invoices and maintaining billing logs
Ensure client and subconsultant certificate of insurance compliance is up to date and properly filed
Prepare and submit reporting for MWBE, city, state, and local agency contracts as required
Review subconsultant invoices and ensure required documentation is complete and compliant

Benefits

PGAL offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending accounts, 401(k), and profit sharing.
We also offer paid leave inclusive of holidays, PTO, and paid parental leave.

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