Project Accountant

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Responsible for project financial administration across the project lifecycle, including project setup, billing, revenue support, WIP and backlog management, and accounts receivable coordination. Works within Deltek Vantagepoint and partners with Project Managers, Business Development, Legal/Contracting, and Finance to ensure compliance with Consertus’ Project Lifecycle Management SOP and ASC 606.

• Support end-to-end project lifecycle management from opportunity initiation in Salesforce through delivery and closeout in Deltek Vantagepoint.
• Partner with Business Development, Business Unit Leadership, Project Managers, Legal/Contracting and Finance to ensure projects are set up and managed in accordance with the Project Lifecycle Management SOP.

• Review executed contracts, NTPs, and pre-contract work authorizations; establish WBS, billing terms, contract values, and project status (Approved for Use / timekeeping-only) per policy.
• Ensure billing tables/rate tables are created/linked and that billing terms in Vantagepoint align to the contract; update setup within required timelines when contracts are executed/updated.
• Process and maintain change orders/supplements promptly; update WBS, billing terms, and contract values per notifications from Salesforce/Ironclad.

• Manage monthly billing cycle aligned to month-end cut-off; prepare draft invoices and route for PM review/approval within required time frames.
• Monitor unbilled WIP and aged WIP; document reasons projects cannot be billed; elevate per policy when WIP exceeds thresholds or two months.
• Coordinate month-end revenue activities with Project Managers to ensure accurate revenue recognition.
• Ensure write-offs, credit memos, and adjustments comply with approval matrix and corporate policy.

• Support weekly AR review cadence; monitor aging and execute escalation protocol (60+/85+/120+ days) with PMs and leadership.
• Resolve cash receipt discrepancies and coordinate with Cash Applications/AR as needed.

• Produce backlog, profitability, and status reporting post-invoicing within required time frames; support PMs with project financial visibility.
• Execute close-out checklist upon PM notification of completion; follow up on inactivity (90 days) and support proper project closure in systems.

• Handles client compliance requests.
• Assist with month end close & year end close as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of project accounting experience in a services/consulting environment; experience with Deltek Vantagepoint (or Vision) preferred.
• Strong understanding of contract types (T&M, Fixed Fee, NTE, unit-based) and billing terms; familiarity with ASC 606 concepts for service revenue preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to manage month-end deadlines, and ability to communicate effectively with PMs and non-finance stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Excel; ability to analyze WIP, backlog, margin, and AR aging.

• Company‑paid life and disability insurance
• Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans
• 401(k) with day‑one eligibility, 3% safe harbor, plus up to 2.5% company match
• Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25
• Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development

Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.