Sr. Project Accountant

We are looking for an experienced Sr. Project Accountant to support project financial operations for a manufacturing facility in Madison, Wisconsin. In this role, you will oversee project accounting activities from setup through closeout, helping maintain accurate billing, revenue recognition, forecasting, and month-end reporting. This position works closely with project teams and cross-functional partners to strengthen financial controls, improve cash flow performance, and support reliable business results.

Responsibilities:
• Manage project financial administration from initial setup to final closeout, ensuring records are accurate and aligned with contract terms.
• Review invoicing activity for accuracy and completeness, resolve complex billing discrepancies, and maintain high-quality billing data within the system.
• Perform month-end accounting tasks such as calculating project revenue, preparing accruals, and reconciling general ledger balances in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Partner with internal and external auditors by coordinating documentation and support for financial reviews tied to projects and customers.
• Develop and maintain recurring forecasts for invoicing, cash flow, and working capital to improve financial visibility and planning.
• Drive consistency across project accounting processes by establishing standards, refining workflows, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Evaluate commercial terms and operational challenges that affect collections and project cash performance, then recommend practical improvements.
• Maintain compliance with financial policies, internal controls, and standard procedures across project accounting activities.
• Collaborate with credit and collections teams to accelerate cash receipt and address invoice or payment-related issues.
• Work closely with project management, engineering, and other business functions to support sound financial execution throughout the project lifecycle.