Project Accountant

Toole Design • Silver Spring, MD

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Toole Design is seeking an experienced Project Accountant to join its Finance team and support the financial health of roadway and active transportation projects. The role manages project finances from setup through closeout, including invoicing, monitoring project performance, maintaining project accounts in the ERP system, and supporting project managers with billing and collections. The Project Accountant also reconciles financial information, communicates with project stakeholders, compiles audit materials, and contributes to staff training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Five or more years of project accounting experience.
• Basic understanding of GAAP and experience analyzing project financial information.
• Proficiency in Deltek Vantagepoint or other job cost accounting software.
• Experience reading and reviewing contracts.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet weekly and monthly deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative approach to building relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Departments of Transportation (DOTs).
• California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the financial health of multiple projects from setup through closeout.
• Prepare invoices and monitor project performance by reviewing budgets and forecasting potential overruns.
• Create and maintain project accounts in the ERP system using established procedures.
• Manage unbilled work and support project setup and closeout.
• Assist project managers with billing issues and collections.
• Reconcile receipts and budgets.
• Communicate with project managers, clients, and subconsultants.
• Compile information for internal and external auditors.
• Contribute to staff trainings.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid schedule: 3 days in the office and 2 days remotely.
• 8 paid holidays.
• 16 days of PTO accrual annually.
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits.
• Transportation perks.
• Employee ownership.
• Opportunity to support projects that improve lives and to work in a collaborative, inclusive culture that supports growth and advancement.

What This Job Offers

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