Senior Project Accountant

Health Management Associates•,

5d•$89,000 - $109,000

About The Position

The Senior Project Accountant performs daily project accounting functions in Deltek Vantagepoint and provides supervision, leadership, and mentorship to project accountants. As part of the Accounting team, the role manages concurrent projects and serves as a liaison between accounting and project management to ensure accurate, consistent billing and financial reporting. The position partners with project managers and the contracts team on project setup, budgets, forecasts, billing information, contract terms, invoices, and supporting documentation. It maintains project billing files and revenue reporting, investigates billing and payment discrepancies, and supports revenue analysis, monthly close, quarterly reviews, and annual audits. The role also manages collections and related escalations, prepares project management reports, trains junior staff, maintains process knowledge, and provides backup across project accounting areas. The role requires at least five years of related experience or equivalent education and experience. A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred, with additional experience considered in lieu of a degree. Experience in a professional services firm is strongly preferred. The posted salary range is $89,000 to $109,000, based on a 1.0 FTE. HMA offers full-time colleagues a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, paid parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, a 401(k) employer match and safe harbor contribution, and a long-term equity incentive plan.

Requirements

Minimum of five years of related experience and/or training; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Knowledge of accounting principles and the ability to apply them accurately to project accounting work.
Proficiency with accounting software, Microsoft Word, and SharePoint.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI reporting.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with clients, management, and administrative staff.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to maintain accurate work and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and balance recurring responsibilities with changing demands.
Sound judgment and decision-making skills, including the ability to follow internal policies and applicable laws and regulations.
Ability to provide responsive, professional service to internal and external stakeholders.
Initiative, adaptability, and the ability to shift focus as project needs change.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Demonstrated ability to use technology and AI tools to improve efficiency, quality, and processes while maintaining ethical standards, protecting confidential information, and applying sound judgment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Demonstrated accounting experience within a professional services firm.

Responsibilities

Partner with project managers and the contracts team to enter project budgets, forecasts, and client billing information, including rate tables, in Deltek Vantagepoint.
Maintain a detailed understanding of financial and billing details for project contracts, amendments, and modifications.
Set up contract billing terms, prepare client invoices, and ensure accurate documentation throughout each project’s life cycle.
Maintain the integrity of project billing files, including billing rates, invoices, supporting documentation, and approvals.
Ensure timely and accurate project revenue reporting, including prepayment and deferred revenue reconciliations.
Research and resolve project billing or payment discrepancies with clients and accurately apply client payments.
Provide revenue management with detailed support on project amounts incurred, contract terms, budgets, and billing for monthly revenue analysis, including ASC 606.
Prepare, analyze, and present project-related management reports as needed for project managers.
Support the revenue team during monthly close, quarterly reviews, and annual audits.
Manage collections to help ensure timely and accurate client payments.
Resolve client collection issues, including billing and payment discrepancies.
Assist with collections escalations, including communication with leadership and the legal team.
Mentor, guide, and train junior accounting staff.
Serve as a primary resource for accounting process and procedure questions, issue resolution, and problem-solving.
Provide backup for all project accounting areas during team member absences as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.