Project Accountant

Kimley-Horn; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health coverage

Time off

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Project Accountant for our West Palm Beach, FL office. The role involves monthly financial analysis, revenue recognition, invoicing, and contract management in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

You will work with Project Managers across disciplines, ensuring timely billing and accurate recording of transactions in the MIS system. The position requires at least 2 years of accounting experience and a strong foundation in accounting principles.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Accounting, Finance or related degree.
• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals.
• High degree of professionalism and strong people skills.
• Must be an excellent team player.
• Experience with Excel and Word required.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly financial analysis and revenue recognition.
• Collaborate with Project Managers across disciplines.
• Meet multiple critical monthly deadlines.
• Ensure charging and billing transactions are properly recorded in MIS.
• Prepare invoices and complete monthly billing process.
• Oversee contract management and review.
• Coordinate and pursue receivables.
• Travel monthly to other regional offices as needed.

Skills

Accounting experience

Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Team player

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Word

Accounting software

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for a Project Accountant to join our West Palm Beach, Florida (FL) office! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Monthly financial analysis and on-going revenue recognition
• Work with Project Managers in a variety of disciplines
• Meeting multiple critical deadlines on a monthly basis
• Ensure all billing transactions are completed and accurately recorded in MIS system
• Prepare invoices and complete monthly billing
• Contract management and review
• Coordinate and pursue receivables
• Monthly travel to other offices within the region

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting experience
• Bilingual (Spanish) Preferred
• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Accounting, Finance or related degree
• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals
• High degree of professionalism and strong people skills
• Must be an excellent team player
• Strong knowledge of Excel and Word required
• Experience using computerized accounting systems

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.