Project Accounting Analyst (REMOTE)

Michael Baker International; United States; Remote; USD 77,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering services, seeks a Project Accounting Analyst to facilitate project oversight and financial alignment. This remote role requires analytical and collaborative skills to develop reporting tools, perform data analysis, and enhance project accounting processes. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree with relevant experience and advanced Excel knowledge.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Work Schedules

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong communication skills for working with various levels of management.
• Ability to perform essential job functions satisfactorily.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise-level project performance reports.
• Conduct data analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Support performance reviews and prepare financial summaries.

Skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Masters in Accounting or Finance (preferred)

CPA, CMA or other professional certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Oracle Project Accounting Modules

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Job Description

Michael Baker International is seeking a Project Accounting Analyst to work closely with the Director of Project Accounting in supporting enterprise-wide project oversight through strategic reporting, data analysis, and process improvement. This remote position plays a critical role in ensuring that projects across the organization align with financial and operational goals, while also contributing to high-visibility project reviews and the development of tools and training that enhance execution and performance. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, collaborative, and thrives in a fast-paced environment, with a passion for using data to drive decision-making.

Job Description

Michael Baker International is seeking a Project Accounting Analyst to work closely with the Director of Project Accounting in supporting enterprise-wide project oversight through strategic reporting, data analysis, and process improvement. This remote position plays a critical role in ensuring that projects across the organization align with financial and operational goals, while also contributing to high-visibility project reviews and the development of tools and training that enhance execution and performance. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, collaborative, and thrives in a fast-paced environment, with a passion for using data to drive decision-making.

This role is responsible for developing and maintaining reporting tools that monitor project health, preparing data for Periodic Performance Reporting (PPR), and supporting detailed reviews of high-visibility projects through weekly reports and biweekly meetings. The Project Accounting Analyst will also assist in the development and implementation of new processes and initiatives aimed at improving project execution and financial performance. In addition, this individual will create new reporting solutions to support the project accounting team and partner with operations to design and deliver training programs that enhance financial literacy and project management capabilities across the organization.

• Responsible for developing and maintaining enterprise-level project performance reports and dashboards to ensure alignment with financial and operational expectations.
• Conducts detailed data analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across the organization’s project portfolio and elevate to executive leadership.
• Supports weekly and biweekly performance reviews for marquee projects by preparing financial summaries, risk assessments, and actionable insights.
• Leads the preparation and delivery of data for Periodic Performance Reporting (PPR), ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Assists in the design and implementation of new processes and initiatives aimed at improving project accounting and reporting efficiency.
• Creates and refines custom reports and tools to support project accountants and leadership in decision-making.
• Collaborates with operations and finance teams to develop and deliver training programs that enhance project financial management and reporting capabilities.
• Partners with the ERP team to test, implement, and optimize reporting tools and system enhancements.
• Serves as a key resource for special projects and strategic initiatives led by the Director of Project Accounting.
• Provides direct support to the Director of Project Accounting on ad hoc requests, special analyses, and time-sensitive initiatives.
• Engages with Office Executives and other senior leaders to communicate project performance updates, resolve outstanding tasks, and support strategic decision-making.
  
  

Professional Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting or Finance.
• 5-7 years of experience within accounting, finance, or similar role.
• Masters in Accounting or Finance, CPA, CMA, or other professional certification preferred.
• Must have effective oral and written communication skills including strong interpersonal skills to effectively work with Project Managers, Department Managers, Office Executives and other senior leaders.
• Required advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Preferred experience with Oracle Project Accounting Modules-Advanced Level (or equivalent ERP system).
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
  

Compensation

The approximate compensation range for this position is $77,000 - $89,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits
• Flexible Work Schedules
  
  

Workplace Flexibility: This position is remote.

About Us

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

• It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
  
  

About The Team

CORPORATE PRACTICE

Michael Baker International understands that people require choices in where they want to begin to build a sustainable future. For more than 80 years, Michael Baker International has maintained an entrepreneurial work environment that fosters great careers, which ultimately has brought great success to the organization. Michael Baker offers many opportunities to help you grow professionally to build your career. Whether it is in Finance, IT, Human Resources, Technology, Communications, Proposal Development, Legal or our National Practice and Market segments, take your next step with us and help make a difference in the lives of those you work with and those we serve.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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