Project Accounting Specialist

Nova Engineering and Environmental • Tampa, FL

14h

About The Position

MAS Environmental (a NOVA Engineering & Environmental Company) is seeking a detail‑oriented and analytical Project Accounting Specialist to support the financial management of complex, multi‑disciplinary projects in our Tampa, FL office. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate project financials, compliant revenue recognition, and precise client billing across a diverse portfolio of projects. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced, project‑driven environment and collaborates closely with project managers and operational teams to drive financial performance.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of GAAP and revenue recognition principles
• Advanced knowledge of project accounting methodologies
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and forecasting skills
• Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Ability to work cross‑functionally and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Experience working within project‑focused ERP systems (Deltek highly preferred)
• Background in professional services, engineering, environmental, construction, or government‑contract environments
• Experience handling complex, client‑specific billing requirements
• Proven ability to manage billing disputes and resolve issues efficiently

Responsibilities

• Apply strong knowledge of GAAP, with emphasis on revenue recognition requirements
• Manage project accounting activities, including percent‑of‑completion, cost‑to‑cost, and milestone billing
• Track and analyze budgets versus actuals, including labor, expenses, subcontractors, and overhead allocation
• Perform project cost analysis and profitability forecasting
• Prepare accurate, compliant, and client‑specific invoices, including those with insurance or government contract requirements
• Calculate, apply, and maintain multiple billing rates across projects
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with varying billing structures (T&M, fixed fee, milestone‑based)
• Identify unbilled work, potential write‑offs, and revenue recognition issues proactively
• Resolve billing discrepancies and manage billing disputes
• Collaborate closely with project managers, field staff, and corporate teams to ensure financial accuracy

Benefits

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
• Company paid short term disability coverage
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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