Project Accountant

Full job description
This is a remote position.

Looking to elevate your accounting career with a company that leads in innovation and excellence? DLB Associates is hiring a Project Accountant to play a key role in driving financial success across cutting-edge projects—all from the comfort of your home. Join our passionate, remote-first team and help shape the future by keeping projects on track, on budget, and on point!


Position Title: Project Accountant
Position Location: Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States


Job Summary


The Project Accountant will have the opportunity to work with and collaborate with professional and operations staff. This position will work as part of the Accounting Team and interact closely with the project management, field and design staff to perform standard accounting activities over the lifecycle of the project.



The Project Accountant will receive general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments. May work independently, consistently exercising discretion and independent judgment on individual work, or may work under immediate supervision. May serve as lead on routine projects of limited scope.



The Project Accountant will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.


Essential Functions


Project Facilitation / Administration (70%)
Provide support for new PO and CO, routing, confirming and entering data as needed
Provide support and guidance on project initiation in ERP system
Generate and submit billings according to client submission requirements including organization of required backup and conformance to firm billing standards and contract requirements
Research invoicing discrepancies and make any necessary corrections or adjustments
Review project financial documents and scheduled billing for accurate projected revenue
Provide data and support in relation to resource planning
Provide project managers with accounting-related support throughout the project lifecycle including project setup, billing, closeout, etc.
Work closely with project managers to monitor timely payment of invoices and follow up as necessary
Manage accounts receivable and collection process, including timely reporting of status and issues
Hold weekly meetings with project managers to address outstanding items, provide insights / data requests and answer any ERP questions
Financial Reporting / Analysis (10%)
Analysis and reporting to support leadership and project teams for current and future reporting needs including project expenses, accounts receivable and cash flow


Compliance Contract Management (10%)
Manage subcontractor invoicing per contract requirements
Coordinate project contracts and change orders including all applicable attachments, to subcontractors / subconsultants and follow through until contract is fully executed
Provide and collect all necessary information supplemental to the contract, including but not limited to NDA, COI, ACH info, W9, billing forms, etc.
Maintain concise contract administration files on the network and in the accounting system
Ensure conformance to policy and propose / maintain updates as needed
Audit / Process Improvements (10%)
Ensure project data accuracy by auditing projects as needed
Work with department managers and project managers to develop project management tool automations


Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget


Performs other related duties as assigned


Requirements
Position Requirements (Intermediate level for all the following)
A full understanding of project accounting, billing projections and contract administration
Skilled using M365 products (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) and Smartsheets
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing technical and non-technical information
Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives and implement effective solutions
Ability to prepare accurately, update and maintain records, files and report
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously


Physical Demands


The following physical demands must be met by the employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
Frequently moving through home office, facility and other environments
On occasion the employee may move equipment or other items weighing up to 25 pounds.


Travel / Relocation Requirements
Up to 5%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states
Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.


Education / Experience
Associate degree in accounting
PLUS
Minimum of four years of experience in business administration, including:
An administrative / support role directly for executives and / or project managers
ERP / billing software experience (Vantagepoint a plus)
Business analysis experience (Power BI a plus)



Benefits
DLB Associates offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include


• Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
• Health reimbursement account (HRA), flex spending accounts (FSA)
• Dental and vision plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
• 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
• PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
• Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Short and long-term disability, ADD coverage
• Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment


DLB Associates is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce.


Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!


NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service. Read more