Project Accounting Associate

Black & Veatch; Overland Park (KS); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Flexible work options after 90 days

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Black & Veatch Corporation in Overland Park, KS, is seeking a Project Accounting Associate. The role involves basic project accounting duties, invoicing, compliance with contracts, and close supervision.

You will work within a hybrid environment with opportunities for growth across finance disciplines. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in accounting, familiarity with revenue recognition and invoicing, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Typically 2+ years related accounting experience.
• Ability to perform basic level accounting duties.
• Familiar with revenue recognition and invoicing.
• Experience with project budgeting/forecasting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Generates, audits and distributes draft invoices and/or credit memos for review.
• Obtains appropriate approvals and distributes accordingly.
• May generate tax calculations to ensure accuracy.
• May research past due invoices.
• May support project related financial analysis with requested information.
• May review revenue recognition on project income statements for accuracy.

Skills

Organizing

Planning

Written Communications

Informing

Peer Relationships

Education

Bachelor's Degree Preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

BlackandVeatch Systems

Percent complete accounting

Technical accounting knowledge

Job description

Date: Sep 15, 2026
Location:
Overland Park, KS, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company:

Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id :

116777

Opportunity Type :

Staff

Relocation eligible :

No

Full time/Part time :

Full-Time

Project Only Hire :

No

Visa Sponsorship Available:

No

Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands‑on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee‑owned company, employees share in the long‑term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

The Opportunity

As the Project Accounting Associate, you will have the opportunity to be responsible for

• Performing basic level accounting duties of assigned projects, such as: revenue recognition, transactional accounting and invoicing.
• Ensuring the project is in compliance with contractual obligations, as appropriate.
• Working under close supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Generates, audits and distributes draft invoices and/or credit memos to Project Management for review based on understanding of contract
• Obtains appropriate approval and distributes accordingly
• May generate tax calculations to ensure accuracy
• May research past due invoices
• May support project related financial analysis, as assigned by providing requested information
• May review revenue recognition on project income statement for accuracy and identifies deviations from budget compared to forecast
• May update business systems with project budget and current project forecasted costs
• May assist in preparation and analysis of budgetandforecast
• May assist to structure and open projects in accounting system
• May administer project cash disbursements for assigned projects
• Communicates project financial information to management for assigned projects
• Identifies and communicates material variances
• Complexity and volume is limited to transactional level details and basic projects of standard contract terms
• May assist with audit requests by providing supporting documentation
• Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvement
• Primary internal clients are project managers, project controls, finance managers and/or finance supervisors

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite,Basic
• Knowledge of BlackandVeatch Systems, Basic
• Knowledge of percent complete accounting, Basic
• Technical accounting knowledge, Basic
• Organizing
• Planning
• Written Communications
• Informing
• Peer Relationships

Minimum Qualifications

• Typically 2+ years related experience
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Salary Plan

FIN: Finance

Job Grade

013

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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company‑matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre‑taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance‑based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP‑owned company. As employee‑owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long‑term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

Nearest Major Market:

Olathe

Nearest Secondary Market:

Kansas City

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