Project Accounting Analyst

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. "For Planet and Progress" is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement— a movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

As a Project Accounting Analyst, you’ll support accurate, timely billing and strong collaboration relationships while partnering closely with Project Managers (PMs) to ensure operational and financial alignment. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of billing processes, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment. As a key member of the Finance Center of Excellence, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities.

The annual salary range for this role is between $55K to $65K, commensurate with experience, skills and geography (Little Rock, Arkansas).

• Invoice Processing:
  Prepare and issue accurate, timely invoices based on project data, purchase orders, contracts and service agreements, in alignment with company policies and customer requirements.
• Partner with PMs:
  Collaborate regularly with Project Managers to ensure billable work is captured accurately, WIP is maintained at appropriate levels and billing milestones are met.
• Data Entry & Validation:
  Accurately input and verify billing data in the ERP/accounting system, including quantities, pricing, tax codes and customer details.
• Discrepancy Resolution:
  Identify and investigate discrepancies between billing inputs and contract terms; coordinate with internal teams (PMs, Contracts, Finance) to resolve billing issues promptly.
• Ad Hoc Entries & Reconciliations:
  Prepare and post ad hoc journal entries, billing adjustments and reconciliations to ensure accurate project and customer account balances.
• Customer Support:
  Respond professionally to internal stakeholders or customer inquiries related to invoices, providing clear, timely information to resolve questions and support strong client relationships.
• Accounts Receivable
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Monitor aging reports, follow up on outstanding balances and partner with the AR team to support prompt collections and issue resolution.
• Reporting & Analysis:
  Generate and distribute regular and ad‑hoc reports on invoicing activity, project billing status and outstanding balances.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration.
• 1–3 years of experience in project‑based billing, preferably in consulting, engineering or environmental services.
• Knowledge of standard accounting concepts, practices and procedures, and the ability to apply these daily to ensure accurate and detailed reports for assigned responsibilities.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., Workday, Oracle, SAP) with a strong desire to learn the ins and outs of Workday and a willingness to explore its functionalities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively across departments and with external clients.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a deadline‑driven environment.

• Sitting, standing and walking.
• Infrequently lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Infrequent overhead lifting up to 10 pounds.
• Bending, climbing and stooping.
• Long hours involving overtime and weekends (infrequently).
• Keyboarding/typing.
• Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy.
• Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For U.S. residents, learn more.