AIC - Project Accountant

Aquatech International; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquatech International is seeking a qualified Project Accountant to join our Canonsburg, PA office. The role reports to the Corporate Controller and focuses on developing budgets, cost control, and timely financial reporting for capital projects.

This full-time position requires a 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years of project accounting experience, and strong Excel/ERP skills. Prior work in construction or EPC is preferred; knowledge of GAAP/IFRS is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 5+ years in project accounting or cost control.
• Experience in construction, EPC, manufacturing, or capital projects preferred.
• Strong revenue recognition and project costing knowledge.
• Advanced Excel skills required.
• ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, Viewpoint, etc.) preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project budgets.
• Investigate discrepancies between actual costs and budgeted costs, identifying root causes, and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain Estimate at Completion (EAC) and cash flow forecasts.
• Support earned value analysis and margin analysis (where applicable).
• Track and evaluate financial impact of change orders.
• Oversee project-related invoicing, billing, and revenue recognition.
• Ensure proper cost coding and financial accuracy.
• Review subcontractor invoices and accruals.
• Reconcile project accounts monthly.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS and company policies.
• Present cost forecasts, monthly financial reporting packages, and analyses to operating divisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Advanced Excel

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Viewpoint

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Canonsburg PA - Canonsburg, PA 15317, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Accounting, At Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. Learn more at https://www.aquatech.com

Aquatech has an immediate need for a full-time Project Accountant to work in our Canonsburg, PA office. The Project Accountant will report directly to the Corporate Controller and will perform the duties described in the job description below.

Job Description

• Develop and maintain detailed project budgets
• Investigate discrepancies between actual costs and budgeted costs, identifying root causes, and recommending corrective actions
• Prepare and maintain Estimate at Completion (EAC) and cash flow forecasts
• Support earned value analysis and margin analysis (where applicable)
• Track and evaluate financial impact of change orders
• Oversee project-related invoicing, billing, and revenue recognition
• Ensure proper cost coding and financial accuracy
• Review subcontractor invoices and accruals
• Reconcile project accounts monthly
• Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS and company policies
• Present cost forecasts, monthly financial reporting packages, and financial analyses to operating divisions to support decision making

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in project accounting and/or cost control
• Experience in construction, EPC, manufacturing, or capital projects preferred
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition and project costing
• Advanced Excel skills
• ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, Viewpoint, etc.) preferred
• Strong analytical and communication skills