Project Accountant

Project Accountant

We are looking for a Project Accountant to oversee the financial performance of projects from initial setup through final closeout in Boston, Massachusetts. This position works closely with project managers, department leadership, and accounting teams to support accurate billing, cost control, and compliance with contractual and company requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, a high level of accuracy, and the organization needed to manage multiple deadlines in a project-focused environment.

Responsibilities:

• Establish new project and contract records in the accounting system and confirm financial setup aligns with scope and billing terms.
• Examine budgets, client agreements, and invoicing provisions to support accurate project financial management.
• Track labor, expenses, overall costs, and margin performance to help keep projects financially on course.
• Facilitate recurring team check-ins to align on priorities, timelines, and key deliverables.
• Generate and issue client invoices in accordance with contract terms and agreed billing schedules.
• Monitor receivables, identify overdue balances, and coordinate follow-up efforts with project leaders and clients when needed.
• Process contract updates, change orders, and amendments while maintaining accurate financial records.
• Maintain an up-to-date project schedule with critical dates and reporting deadlines.
• Reconcile project charges, research cost discrepancies, and help resolve budget variances.
• Provide support for audits, accounts payable activities, and related accounting tasks while preserving complete project documentation.