Project Accountant: Budget, Cost Control & Forecasting

Aquatech International; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquatech International is seeking a qualified Project Accountant to join our Canonsburg, PA office. The role reports to the Corporate Controller and focuses on developing budgets, cost control, and timely financial reporting for capital projects.

This full-time position requires a 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years of project accounting experience, and strong Excel/ERP skills. Prior work in construction or EPC is preferred; knowledge of GAAP/IFRS is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 5+ years in project accounting or cost control.
• Experience in construction, EPC, manufacturing, or capital projects preferred.
• Strong revenue recognition and project costing knowledge.
• Advanced Excel skills required.
• ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, Viewpoint, etc.) preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project budgets.
• Investigate discrepancies between actual costs and budgeted costs, identifying root causes, and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain Estimate at Completion (EAC) and cash flow forecasts.
• Support earned value analysis and margin analysis (where applicable).
• Track and evaluate financial impact of change orders.
• Oversee project-related invoicing, billing, and revenue recognition.
• Ensure proper cost coding and financial accuracy.
• Review subcontractor invoices and accruals.
• Reconcile project accounts monthly.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS and company policies.
• Present cost forecasts, monthly financial reporting packages, and analyses to operating divisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Advanced Excel

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Viewpoint

Job description

Aquatech International is seeking a qualified Project Accountant to join our Canonsburg, PA office. The role reports to the Corporate Controller and focuses on developing budgets, cost control, and timely financial reporting for capital projects.

This full-time position requires a 4-year degree in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years of project accounting experience, and strong Excel/ERP skills. Prior work in construction or EPC is preferred; knowledge of GAAP/IFRS is essential.