Project Accountant

Bart & Associates, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Training and certifications

Commuter benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

Celestar, a B&A Company, is seeking a Project Accountant to join our Finance & Accounting Department in support of our projects. The candidate may work in Huntsville, AL; McLean, VA; or Tampa, FL, with Tampa as a key location.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in accounting or related field and 2–5 years of project accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in accounting software and MS Office. Teamwork and independent work abilities are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Set up project accounts in the accounting system to track financial transactions accurately.
• Keep detailed records of project-related documents, including contracts and change orders.
• Grant access to project accounts for authorized personnel and ensure security.
• Authorize transfer of expenses into/out of project-related accounts.
• Review and approve supplier invoices related to projects.
• Review and approve time sheets for project labor costs.
• Review and approve overhead charges for projects.
• Regularly review project account totals for accuracy.
• Investigate variances and report findings to management.
• Collaborate with receivables to address unpaid contract billings.
• Report on project profitability and trends to management.
• Identify opportunities for additional billings and report funding status.
• Create or approve project billings to customers.
• Investigate unbilled project expenses and ensure proper billing.
• Respond to customer requests for more detail with accuracy.
• Approve write-offs of uncollectible billings with proper documentation.
• Close out project accounts upon completion.
• Prepare and submit government reports and tax returns related to projects.
• Provide data for internal and external auditors.

Skills

Strong accounting knowledge

Accounting software proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Analytical and problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

2-5 years of relevant work experience

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Celestar, a B&A company, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value - not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team!

Job Summary

B&A is looking for an 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

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 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.

More About Celestar, a B&A company

B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

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.

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

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.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in e‑Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I‑9 Form to confirm work authorization.