Project Accountant

Bna Inc; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

B&A is seeking a Project Accountant to support Celestar's Finance & Accounting Department. The role may be based in McLean, VA, Huntsville, AL, or Tampa, FL, and involves handling project accounts, invoices, time sheets, and reporting. A strong foundation in accounting and proficiency with ERP systems are required.

The position emphasizes accuracy, collaboration, and adherence to contracts, with opportunities to contribute to government filings and project profitability analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up project accounts in the accounting system to track financial transactions accurately.
• Maintain records of contracts, change orders, and other project documents.
• Authorize access to project accounts for authorized personnel and ensure security of financial data.
• Review and approve supplier invoices related to projects.
• Review and approve time sheets for project labor cost allocation.
• Review and approve overhead charges and ensure proper cost allocation.
• Monitor project accounts and report variances to management.
• Collaborate with receivables to address unpaid contract billings.

Skills

Project accounting

Accounting principles

Microsoft Office Suite

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary

B&A is looking for a Project Accountant to join Celestar, a B&A Company, in support of our Finance & Accounting Department. The candidate may work in one of the following offices: Huntsville, AL; McLean, VA; or Tampa, FL.

Responsibilities

• Set up project accounts in the accounting system to track financial transactions accurately.
• Keep detailed records of project-related documents, including contracts, change orders, and other pertinent information.
• Grant access to project accounts for authorized personnel, ensuring security and accuracy in financial management.
• Authorize the transfer of expenses into and out of project-related accounts as needed.
• Review and approve supplier invoices related to projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contracts.
• Review and approve time sheets for work related to projects to ensure accurate labor cost allocation.
• Review and approve overhead charges applied to projects, ensuring correct allocation of costs.
• Regularly review account totals related to project assets and expenses to maintain financial accuracy.
• Investigate project variances and submit detailed variance reports to management, identifying and explaining discrepancies.
• Collaborate with receivables staff to address unpaid contract billings and ensure timely collection.
• Report on project profitability to management, highlighting financial performance and trends.
• Identify and report any opportunities for additional billings to management, maximizing project revenue.
• Provide management with reports regarding the remaining funding available for projects, ensuring informed decision‑making.
• Create or approve all project‑related billings to customers, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Investigate all project expenses not billed to customers, ensuring all costs are accounted for and billed appropriately.
• Respond promptly to customer requests for more detail, providing clear and accurate financial information.
• Approve the write‑off of any project-related billings that cannot be billed to or collected from customers, ensuring proper documentation.
• Close out project accounts upon completion, ensuring all financial transactions are finalized and documented.
• Prepare and submit government reports and tax returns related to projects, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Compile necessary information for internal and external auditors, providing accurate and comprehensive financial data as required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant work experience.

Required Skills

• Proven experience as a Project Accountant or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desired Skills

• CPA or CMA certification.
• Experience with project accounting in the construction or engineering industry.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Familiarity with Inventory.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience in preparing government reports and tax returns related to projects.

Benefits and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90‑day wellness check‑ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more.
• A formal mentorship program.
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities.
• Brand Ambassador program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more.
• Monthly team building events.
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges.

EEO

B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work‑related activities.