Project Cost Accountant I

GMRE•Ogden, UT

just now•Hybrid

About The Position

GMRE is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Project Cost Accountant I to join our Program Finance team in Ogden, Utah. This position supports the financial management of government contracts, including employee expense report review, project cost tracking, reconciliations, invoicing, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate has accounting experience, strong analytical and organizational skills, and excellent attention to detail. Experience in government contracting, particularly with travel regulations and project accounting, is preferred. We are also open to candidates who demonstrate strong accounting skills, initiative, and a willingness to learn. This position requires the ability to work independently while collaborating with Program Managers and the Finance team to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with contract requirements. This position reports to the Program Finance Manager and follows a full-time hybrid schedule, with three days per week in the Ogden office.

Requirements

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe with strong Excel skills and experience working with accounting systems.
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities independently.
Ability to investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and meet company background screening requirements.
Must be able to work at GMRE’s Ogden office three days per week and maintain an agreed hybrid schedule.

Nice To Haves

Experience in government contracting, particularly with travel regulations and project accounting.
Experience with PROCAS accounting software is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage and track program travel expenses and other related costs.
Review and approve employee expense reports for compliance with Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) and Federal Travel Regulations (FTR) and company policies.
Establish and maintain project charge codes.
Review and track labor, travel, materials, subcontractor invoices, and other project costs. Identify missing or inaccurate expenses and follow up to ensure accurate cost reporting.
Accurately update project spreadsheets, travel trackers, financial reports, and forecast templates using approved information.
Support accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), invoicing, reconciliations, and financial tracking.
Work independently on assigned projects and complete additional financial support tasks as needed.
Coordinate with Program Managers on project budgets, forecasts, and cost variances.
Monitor contract funding, spending rates, and funding ceilings to identify potential overruns.
Prepare and support monthly customer invoicing for cost-plus, Time-and-Materials (T&M), and Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contracts.
Reconcile project accounting records to the general ledger.
Maintain confidentiality of financial and employee information.