Project Accountant

Aston Carter•Brentwood, TN

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Project Accountant II to support project and contract financial management across multiple initiatives. This role is responsible for the full project accounting lifecycle, partnering closely with Project Managers and operational teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, contract compliance, and project financial health. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Requirements

Project accounting
General ledger
Reconciliation
Project budgets
Invoice reconciliation
Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred)
A minimum of 5 years of experience; an advanced degree may offset years of experience
ERP system: EBS (Oracle)
Excel-heavy position: Must be comfortable with Excel the majority of the time
Must have in an Engineering/Construction/Architecture firm
Experience with project budgeting, invoicing, and contract administration

Nice To Haves

Experience in either Pronto or Pulse is a plus

Responsibilities

Manage the full project accounting lifecycle, including contract setup, budget tracking, invoicing, and financial reporting.
Prepare accurate client invoices, support collections, and monitor accounts receivable.
Maintain project budgets, review cost and earned value data, and support forecasting and project closeout.
Ensure accurate contract documentation, compliance, and financial administration throughout the project lifecycle.
Assist with coding and processing accounts payable, timesheets, expense reports, and subconsultant invoices.
Partner with Project Managers and internal teams to provide financial insight and resolve project-related issues.
Participate in project reviews and support continuous financial monitoring across multiple projects.