Project Accountant: Drive Profitability & Cash Flow

Keller Foundations, LLC; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Keller Foundations is seeking a Project Accountant to support the financial management of Keller North America projects through accurate job cost reporting, revenue recognition, billing support, reconciliations, forecasting support, and financial controls.

This role serves as a key financial partner to Operations through collaboration with Project Managers (PMs), Field Operations, Branch Managers, and Finance leadership to ensure project results are accurate, timely, and supported by appropriate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA designation or active progress toward certification or CCIFP designation is a plus.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction, engineering, project-based, industrial, or multi-location environments.
• Experience with project accounting, job cost accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and monthly close processes.
• Working knowledge of project accounting principles and revenue recognition (IFRS 15/ASC 606) preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, complex formulas).
• Strong ERP system skills and ability to learn new tech quickly (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, Viewpoint, JD Edwards).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills; able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Participate in bid and contract reviews with financial input on terms, cash flow, and risks.
• Own job cost integrity with accurate cost capture and coding to contract scope.
• Manage revenue recognition (IFRS 15/ASC 606), including progress, change orders, and claims.
• Oversee billings, collections, and AR performance to support cash flow.
• Collaborate with PMs on forecasting (EAC/ETC), variance analysis, and margin tracking.
• Lead and participate in weekly/monthly project reviews to identify risks and opportunities.
• Support lien and insurance processes by obtaining certificates and documents.
• Support branch month-end close with accruals, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and compliance with policies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CCIFP pursued

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Viewpoint

JD Edwards

Excel

Job description

Keller Foundations is seeking a Project Accountant to support the financial management of Keller North America projects through accurate job cost reporting, revenue recognition, billing support, reconciliations, forecasting support, and financial controls.

This role serves as a key financial partner to Operations through collaboration with Project Managers (PMs), Field Operations, Branch Managers, and Finance leadership to ensure project results are accurate, timely, and supported by appropriate