Project Accountant

Trilon Group • Hartford, CT

20d • Remote

About The Position

Creativity. Innovation. A desire to effect positive change. That’s what it takes to work at Fuss & O’Neill – because that’s what we do for the communities in which we work: we create, innovate, and design long-lasting improvements that improve quality of life. Quality of life is also important on the job, so we’ve prioritized work-life balance by offering flexible/remote work opportunities, part-time benefits, and generous PTO. We believe that each day is an opportunity to support one another, to support our clients, and to support our communities. If you feel the same, then you’ve found your future.

We are seeking a Project Accountant to join our growing Financial Services team and play a critical role in the financial performance of our projects. This role goes beyond traditional accounting - in this highly collaborative position, you’ll serve as a trusted partner to Project Managers.

You will be providing financial insight, ensuring accurate project setup and billing, and helping drive informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle. Your contributions will play a key role in keeping projects on track and financially sound from start to finish.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
• 4+ years of relevant project accounting or professional services accounting experience
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition and key financial metrics
• Working knowledge of contract language and various billing structures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint a plus

Responsibilities

• Perform project financial reviews and provide insightful financial analysis
• Manage project setup and closeout, including budgets, EACs (Estimates at Completion), and billing terms
• Review contracts to ensure accurate project configuration and compliance
• Partner with Project Managers on budgeting, revenue recognition, and client billing
• Prepare and issue invoices in accordance with contract terms
• Monitor accounts receivable and support collections efforts in line with company policies
• Lead and facilitate monthly project review meetings
• Support additional financial and operational initiatives as needed

Benefits

• Flexible/remote work opportunities
• Part-time benefits
• Generous PTO
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health benefits
• Continuous Learning: Access to online courses, conferences, and learning materials
• Career Advancement: Clear paths for promotions and the opportunity to take on new challenges.
• Fun Team Culture: Regular team-building activities, happy hours, and company outings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level