Project Accountant

Oneida ESC Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 Days of Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

1 Flex Holiday

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company M

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Referral Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Job summary

Oneida ESC Group in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Project Accountant to support the finance and accounting department, ensuring accurate project accounting, billing, reporting, and compliance across multiple projects in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include invoicing on monthly, interim and milestone bases, entering transactions, processing change orders, and monitoring cost performance.

Strong GAAP knowledge and Excel proficiency are essential, with the ability to work independently and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
• 0-3 years of accounting, finance, or related business experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software applications.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare invoices for assigned projects on a monthly, interim, and milestone basis.
• Enter financial transactions and project-related documentation into the accounting system to ensure accurate and timely job cost reporting.
• Process and track owner and subcontractor change orders, billings, budget transfers, payroll allocations, and accounts payable documentation.
• Monitor project financial performance, including actual costs versus percentage completion, and recommend cost-control improvements.
• Review contracts and establish projects in accounting systems to ensure accurate billing and cost calculations.
• Interpret compensation, payment clauses, overhead rates, and revenue recognition requirements in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Monitor subcontractor invoices and payments for compliance with contract terms.
• Communicate accounting issues and concerns to the Controller and Project Managers as needed.
• Manage projects requiring specialized financial reporting, certified payroll, or other contract-specific requirements.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and assist with accounts receivable collection efforts.
• Prepare journal entries in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate financial records, filing systems, and supporting documentation.
• Support cross-functional accounting operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Description

Wholly owned by the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin, Oneida ESC Group (OESC) is a holding company that provides a consistent, cost-effective common management platform supporting our family of companies united under common ownership. Oneida ESC Group has its roots in engineering, science, and construction. We are a family of tribally-owned diversified subsidiaries delivering Environmental Services, Engineering and Design Services, Construction Services, and Technical and Professional Services to government agencies and commercial customers worldwide. With strong technical and project management capabilities, we integrate innovation, experience, and dedication into every project.

Oneida ESC Group has an immediate opening for a Project Accountant in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin office. The Project Accountant will participate in the processes necessary for a successful finance and accounting department while ensuring accurate project accounting, billing, reporting, and financial compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare invoices for assigned projects on a monthly, interim, and milestone basis.
• Enter financial transactions and project-related documentation into the accounting system to ensure accurate and timely job cost reporting.
• Process and track owner and subcontractor change orders, billings, budget transfers, payroll allocations, and accounts payable documentation.
• Monitor project financial performance, including actual costs versus percentage completion, and recommend cost-control improvements.
• Review contracts and establish projects in accounting systems to ensure accurate billing and cost calculations.
• Interpret compensation, payment clauses, overhead rates, and revenue recognition requirements in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Monitor subcontractor invoices and payments for compliance with contract terms.
• Communicate accounting issues and concerns to the Controller and Project Managers as needed.
• Manage projects requiring specialized financial reporting, certified payroll, or other contract-specific requirements.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and assist with accounts receivable collection efforts.
• Prepare journal entries in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate financial records, filing systems, and supporting documentation.
• Support cross-functional accounting operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• 0-3 years of accounting, finance, or related business experience; equivalent combinations of education and extensive related experience may be considered.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other financial/accounting software applications.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with project accounting, government contracting, or construction accounting.
• Experience supporting contract billing and revenue recognition activities.
• Familiarity with ERP or project-based accounting systems.
• Knowledge of certified payroll requirements and contract compliance reporting.
• Experience working within multi-entity organizations.

Compensation Range:

• $50,000 - $55,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Benefits:

• 15 Days of Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 1 Flex Holiday
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program

About Us:

The Oneida ESC Group is a family of companies owned by the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin that delivers customer-focused engineering, science, and construction services worldwide.

Our family of companies includes:

• Oneida ESC Group (OESC)
• Oneida Professional Services (OPS)
• Oneida Total Integrated Enterprises (OTIE)
• Mission Support Services (MS2)
• Sustainment & Restoration Services (SRS)
• Oneida Engineering Solutions (OES)
• General Mechanical Corporation (GMC)
• LG2 Environmental Solutions (LG2)
• Oneida Environmental (OE)

We integrate our staff for dedicated, cooperative, and business-like delivery of services to enhance our customers’ missions.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Oneida ESC Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Oneida ESC Group participates in the E-Verify program. Learn more at https://www.e-verify.gov/

Oneida ESC Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Oneida ESC Group makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.