Project Accountant

Jobtailor; Canton (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a skilled accounting professional to manage invoicing, contract files, and project budgeting using Deltek Vantagepoint and MS Office. This role supports Project Managers and senior leadership to ensure accurate financial records.

Responsibilities include tracking invoices, change orders, and service requests, along with accounts payable/receivable tasks. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Accounting degree preferred.
• 3+ years accounting experience, Architecture or Engineering preferred.
• Construction or professional service firms experience will be considered.
• Proficiency with Deltek Vantagepoint, Excel and Word.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Invoicing in compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
• Maintain contract information and accurate client/subcontractor files.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to prepare project budgets and contract details.
• Set up and maintain projects in Deltek Vantagepoint.
• Track monthly invoices, change orders, and service requests with PMs.
• Assist with account collections, receivables and payables.
• Coordinate with clients’ and subcontractors’ accounting departments.
• Handle accounts payable and unit entry as part of accounting duties.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Detail oriented

Deadline driven

Independent work

Accounting experience

Education

Accounting Degree

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

• Responsible for invoicing in compliance with corporate policies and procedures
• Maintain contract information and accurate client and subcontractor agreement files
• Work with Project Managers and Principals to prepare project budgets and pertinent contract information
• Set up and maintain projects in Deltek Vantagepoint accounting software
• Track monthly invoices, additional service requests and change orders with Project Managers
• Visit other offices on occasion as needed
• Assist Project Managers and Corporate Leadership with account collections, receivables and payables
• Work with clients’ and subcontractors’ accounting departments
• Perform other accounting responsibilities, including accounts payable and unit entry

Requirements

• Accounting or Finance degree preferred
• 3+ years accounting experience, Architecture or Engineering preferred
• Construction or professional service firms experience will be considered
• Proficiency with accounting software packages, Deltek Vision / Vantagepoint, Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to work independently and be deadline driven
• Detail-oriented problem solver
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Strong analytical skills

Demonstrates expertise in accounting practices, including invoicing, accounts payable, and project budgeting, while utilizing Deltek Vantagepoint and Microsoft Excel for financial management. Strong communication and analytical skills support effective collaboration with project managers and clients.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Accounting Degree
• 3+ Years Accounting Experience
• Deltek Vantagepoint Proficiency
• Analytical Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills

Hard Skills

• Invoicing
• Accounts Payable
• Project Budgeting
• Contract Management
• Financial Tracking

Soft Skills

• Detail-Oriented
• Problem Solver
• Deadline Driven
• Independent Work

Industry Keywords

• Construction
• Professional Services
• Architecture
• Engineering

Tools & Technologies

• Deltek Vantagepoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word