Senior Project Accountant

Position Overview

The Senior Project Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager and is responsible for managing all aspects of project accounting and invoicing to ensure accurate, consistent billing. This role reviews project budgets, prepares financial reports, and provides project managers with timely, accurate financial data to support decision‑making.

The Senior Project Accountant also supports month‑end close activities, financial reporting, audit preparation, execution of internal controls, and the implementation of accounting best practices. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across accounting, finance, and project teams.

• Train and mentor Junior and/or Staff Accountants
• Provide project managers and clients with timely financial reports, budgets, and project forecasts
• Prepare and understand Percentage of Completion (POC) processes and related journal entries
• Review budgets for multiple projects and monitor job cost trends
• Support Project Managers with Cost‑to‑Complete (CTC) processes
• Analyze financial data for projections and forecasting
• Update contracts per client requirements and report associated budget amendments
• Execute effective internal controls to ensure financial data integrity and regulatory compliance
• Support month‑end close and audit preparation activities
• Perform ad hoc analysis and special projects as needed
• Provide general accounting support to team members
• Perform other related duties as assigned