Analyst, Project Setup

Jobgether; India; On-site; INR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Audit exposure

Remote/office flexibility

Job summary

Jobgether is seeking an Analyst, Project Setup based in India to support accurate setup and administration of project and master data within a centralized environment. You will collaborate with finance and business stakeholders to ensure structures support billing, revenue recognition, payroll, and cost reporting.

The role combines data management, accounting processes, and internal controls, with opportunities to engage in audits, month-end close, and process improvements in a large

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related discipline.
• 2+ years in accounting/finance/project administration.
• Deltek Costpoint experience preferred.
• Knowledge of revenue recognition, billing, and cost reporting.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain project records in Deltek Costpoint for revenue recognition and cost reporting.
• Process project setup requests: new projects, contracts, workforce, vendors, ceilings.
• Collaborate with finance and business units to resolve master data issues.
• Support payroll by researching timesheet discrepancies and system errors.
• Assist month-end close and coordinate with stakeholders to resolve issues affecting financial reporting.
• Review setup activities for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Support SOX compliance and audits with documentation.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses and data reviews for management decisions.
• Identify data discrepancies and drive process improvements.
• Handle high-volume transactional work within deadlines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

English communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Analyst, Project Setup based in India.

This role supports the accurate setup and administration of project and financial master data within a centralized project administration environment.
You will work closely with finance teams and business stakeholders to ensure project structures support billing, revenue recognition, payroll, and cost reporting.
The position combines data management, accounting processes, quality control, and operational problem-solving.
You'll play an important role in maintaining data integrity and ensuring project activities comply with financial policies and internal controls.
The environment is collaborative and deadline-driven, with exposure to audits, month-end close, and project-based financial operations.
You'll have opportunities to strengthen your expertise in project accounting, enterprise systems, and process improvement.
The role also offers exposure to a large-scale organization undergoing significant operational transformation and growth.

Accountabilities

• Create and maintain project records in Deltek Costpoint, ensuring project structures properly support revenue recognition, billing, and cost reporting.
• Process project setup requests, including new projects, contract modifications, workforce assignments, vendor maintenance, and project ceiling configurations.
• Collaborate with business units and finance stakeholders to resolve project administration and master data issues.
• Support weekly payroll activities by researching and resolving timesheet discrepancies and related system errors.
• Assist with month-end close by processing project-related requests and coordinating with stakeholders to resolve issues that could affect financial reporting.
• Review project setup activities and transactions for accuracy, compliance with accounting policies, and adherence to internal controls.
• Perform quality assurance and verification activities supporting SOX compliance and broader governance requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and providing requested project and financial information.
• Prepare ad hoc analyses, reports, and data reviews to support management decision-making and operational requirements.
• Identify data discrepancies and contribute to process improvements, data governance initiatives, and more efficient project administration practices.
• Maintain accuracy and consistency while managing high volumes of transactional work within defined deadlines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of experience in accounting, finance, project administration, master data management, or related business operations.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint is preferred.
• Experience supporting project-based financial operations, project setup, or master data processes is advantageous.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial processes, revenue recognition, billing, and project cost reporting concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve data discrepancies.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), project maintenance activities, and charge number controls is a plus.
• Exposure to SOX controls, audit support, internal compliance processes, or data governance is beneficial.
• Experience in government contracting, defense, engineering, professional services, or similar project-based environments is advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities without compromising accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across business functions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a deadline-driven environment.
• Professional, dependable, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning and process improvement.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts and adapt working hours according to business requirements.
• Flexibility to work remotely or from an office depending on operational requirements.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a large-scale, globally connected organization during a period of significant growth and transformation.
• Exposure to project accounting, financial operations, enterprise systems, master data, compliance, and audit processes.
• Opportunities to develop technical and professional skills through continuous learning and process improvement.
• Collaborative and inclusive working environment with opportunities to work across multiple business functions.
• Potential flexibility between remote and office-based work, depending on business requirements.
• Exposure to international stakeholders and project-based financial operations.
• Opportunities to contribute to critical government and commercial programs and operational initiatives.