Project Accountant

CHA Consulting, Inc. • Boston, MA

20d • $31 - $34

About The Position

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Project Accountant to join its Power & Manufacturing Sector Finance Team in Albany, New York; Norwell, Massachusetts; or remotely. The role partners with project managers, engineers, and finance professionals to support the financial performance, contract compliance, billing, and reporting of power delivery, industrial, and manufacturing projects. The Project Accountant manages financial administration for an assigned project portfolio and contributes to accurate project forecasts, timely invoicing and payment, and audit readiness.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in project accounting, cost accounting, financial analysis, or a similar area.
• Understanding of revenue accounting, invoicing practices, financial tracking, business systems, and project management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Experience in a professional service, project-oriented, fast-paced, or high-volume environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or a comparable enterprise accounting system.

Responsibilities

• Manage project setup and financial administration for an assigned portfolio, including revenue methods, rates, budgets, organizational assignments, and intercompany billing in Deltek Vision.
• Review budget-to-actual variances and coordinate updates with project teams to maintain accurate estimates and project plans.
• Evaluate subconsultant invoices for accuracy and work with Accounts Payable to support timely cost recording and payment.
• Generate and review project financial reports, identifying items requiring follow-up or escalation.
• Support financial projections and forecasts by identifying potential risks, opportunities, write-offs, and margin impacts.
• Review contracts, change orders, purchase orders, and subcontractor terms, and monitor compliance with contractual requirements, company policies, MWBE requirements, Certificates of Insurance, and applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation requirements.
• Maintain key project documentation and assist with company financial, regulatory, and client audit activities.
• Prepare draft invoices, obtain project manager approval, and submit completed invoice packages within established timelines.
• Monitor unpaid receivables and unbilled costs, coordinate with client Accounts Payable contacts, and use external billing portals to support timely payment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree