Project Accountant

Stadler US; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Maternity and parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Stadler US is seeking a Project Accountant to oversee the financial performance of projects from initiation through closeout. The role ensures accurate costing, budgeting, billing, and reporting, delivering timely insights to drive successful outcomes.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 2–5 years in project-based accounting, with strong Excel and ERP experience (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite/Deltek). On-site role in Utah.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.
• Monitor project costs, labor, materials, and expenses; investigate variances.
• Prepare and process project billing including progress/milestone/cost-plus billing.
• Review contracts for financial/compliance requirements.
• Track revenue recognition per GAAP or IFRS.
• Prepare project-related financial reports and margin analyses.
• Collaborate with project managers to provide financial guidance.
• Ensure timely project closeout, final billing and cost reconciliation.
• Support audits with project documentation.

Skills

Project accounting

Cost controls

Revenue recognition

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Deltek

Job description

Stadler offers a wide range of international career opportunities. Here you get the chance to expand your potential, take on meaningful responsibilities, and deliver outstanding performance within dedicated teams. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to shape the mobility of tomorrow with us. Are you ready to achieve great things with us?

As a Project Accountant, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial performance of projects from initiation through closeout. This role ensures accurate project costing, budgeting, billing, and financial reporting while supporting project managers and stakeholders with timely financial insights to drive successful project outcomes.

Key Activities

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls to ensure financial objectives are met
• Monitor project costs, labor, materials, and expenses; investigate and resolve variances
• Prepare and process project billing, including progress billings, milestone billing, and cost-plus billing
• Review contracts to ensure compliance with financial and accounting requirements
• Track revenue recognition in accordance with applicable accounting standards (e.g., GAAP or IFRS)
• Prepare project-related financial reports, including margin analysis and profitability tracking
• Collaborate with project managers to provide financial guidance and identify risks and opportunities
• Ensure timely and accurate project closeout, including final billing and cost reconciliation
• Support audits by providing project documentation and responding to inquiries
• Improve and maintain project accounting systems, controls, and processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in project-based environments (construction, engineering, IT, consulting, or manufacturing)
• Strong understanding of project accounting, cost controls, and revenue recognition
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Deltek, or similar)
• Advanced Excel skills for analysis and reporting
• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills

Stadler US employee benefits package includes:

• 401(k) with employer match after 90 days
• Generous Paid Time Off / 9 Paid Holidays / Extended Paid Holiday (Dec. 25 - Jan 1)
• Tuition and training reimbursement
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Company-paid life and disability insurance