Project Accountant - Accounting

DCCM; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Dental & vision plans

Company-paid life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

10 paid Holidays

Alternative work schedules

Job summary

DCCM in Houston is seeking a Project Accountant to own the project billing process, respond to client inquiries, and verify time charges in line with policy.

The role focuses on accuracy, client communication, and timely invoicing within the enterprise system.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; degree preferred.
• 2–3 years billing experience in an Architectural/Engineering environment.
• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or other accounting software.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage project billing through an enterprise software system and respond to client inquiries.
• Open projects, proposals and clients in the system.
• Review contracts for billing terms and ensure accuracy in project opening docs.
• Process draft invoices and prepare final invoices with backups.
• Coordinate with PMs for consultant invoice approvals.
• Maintain electronic filing of project documents and archives.
• Communicate with local offices to clear open items.

Skills

Communication

Active listening

Critical thinking

Time management

Planning

Relationship management

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

Job description

Description

Are you interested in a career in the fun, exciting, yet stable field of civil engineering? DCCM takes pride in our exceptional staff and considers our team critical to the company's success. Providing professionals with the tools and training they need to achieve excellence in their careers is key to employee engagement and productivity. Our goal is to foster a work environment that attracts top talent, inspires innovation, and renders excellence in service to our clients.

Our Accounting team in Houston office has an immediate need for a Project Accountant. In this role you are fully responsible for the project billing process, including responding to client inquiries, verifying employee's chargeable time, in accordance with the established accounting standards and billing policy.

What you will do:

• Effectively communicate with Project Managers regarding contract documents, change orders, other project modifications, approvals, and any additional services-related to billing.
• Open projects, proposals and clients in an enterprise software system.
• Review contracts for the financial related terms and conditions, ensure that they are clearly and accurately represented on the Project Opening documentation. Inform Project Managers of any discrepancies.
• Process draft invoices and all related documents through an electronic billing system.
• Prepare final invoices for all billable projects, including all applicable backup.
• Upload final invoices to client billing portals if needed.
• Review consultant invoices and coordinate with PM for approvals.
• Maintain electronic filing and archiving of project specific documents, including project opening forms, contracts, proposals and budget changes.
• It is expected that the Biller/Project Accountant maintain a continuous line of communication to clear any open items.
• Ensure that appropriate approvals are obtained in accordance with company policies.
• Research and reconcile project related issues, identify cause of project variances and clear when possible.
• Support and assist Project Managers.
• Perform additional assignments, as needed.
• Communicate and coordinate with the local offices.

Who you are:

You are a good communicator who not only has oral and written skills but are also an excellent listener with above average comprehension. You are a critical thinker who can apply knowledge engage in effective problem solving. Relationship management both externally and internally is a mastered skillset. You also excel in time and task management and planning.

What you bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in accounting or business preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced computer literacy, including experience in spreadsheets and accounting software.
• Prior billing experience, preferable with at least 2-3 years in an Architectural/Engineering environment.
• Knowledge of Deltek Vantagepoint Software or other accounting platforms, a plus
• A thorough knowledge of standard contract terms.
• Ability to work well with others under deadline situations and respond to changes in priorities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities, and see projects through to completion.
• Employ problem-solving skills and analysis, report problems to the Accounting Manager or direct supervisor as necessary.
• Strong service orientation.
• Ability to multi-task is a must.

The things about us you will appreciate!

• Our comprehensive benefit package includes the following:
• Three medical plan options (2 PPOs and a HDHP)
• Dental & vision plans
• Company-paid group life, short and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible and Dependent care spending accounts
• Additional Supplemental plans (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) which starts accruing upon hire
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Alternative Work Schedules