Project Accountant: Budgets, Grants & Compliance

City of Odessa; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Odessa is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support project budgets, grant and contract accounting, financial reporting, and compliance. The role involves monitoring budgets and expenditures, preparing journal entries and reports, reviewing invoices for accuracy, maintaining records, and assisting with budget projections, grant reporting, and contract documentation.

This position supports audit readiness and management of public funds within the City’s Finance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field with substantial coursework.
• Two years of accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project budgets, expenditures, revenues, and funding sources.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.
• Review invoices and transactions for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain project financial records and support audits.
• Assist with budget projections, grant reporting, and contract documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

The City of Odessa is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support project budgets, grant and contract accounting, financial reporting, and compliance. The role involves monitoring budgets and expenditures, preparing journal entries and reports, reviewing invoices for accuracy, maintaining records, and assisting with budget projections, grant reporting, and contract documentation.

This position supports audit readiness and management of public funds within the City’s Finance