Project Accounting Manager

Quanta-Services; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Weekly Pay

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development Opportunities

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking a seasoned Project Accounting Manager to oversee financial management, reporting, and controls for large-scale EPC projects. You will lead cost tracking, revenue recognition, and audits while partnering with project teams to drive accuracy and performance.

The role requires strong analytical skills, advanced Excel and ERP experience, and a track record of guiding teams in a fast-paced environment. Competitive benefits and weekly pay highlight the package.

Qualifications

• 7–12+ years of experience in project accounting, preferably in EPC, construction, or industrial environments.
• 3–5 years of management experience.
• Strong understanding of percentage-of-completion accounting and revenue recognition principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead project accounting activities for multiple large-scale EPC projects, ensuring accurate financial reporting and cost tracking.
• Oversee monthly close processes including revenue recognition, accruals, and WIP reporting.
• Partner with project management and project controls teams to monitor budgets, forecasts, and cost performance.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies.
• Analyze project financial performance and provide variance explanations and recommendations to leadership.
• Support development and maintenance of project financial forecasts and cash flow projections.
• Review and approve project-related invoices, commitments, and subcontractor billing activities.
• Lead audits and support internal/external audit requests related to project accounting.
• Implement process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and automation.
• Mentor and support junior project accountants and accounting staff.

Skills

Project accounting

GAAP

Cost controls

Financial forecasting

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

JD Edwards

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Job description

About Us

Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quanta's operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation, battery energy storage, renewables, transmission, substation, and underground infrastructure — from concept to commissioning, we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed, certainty, and operational excellence our customers depend on.

At Quanta Power Solutions, we are driven by a culture of safety, integrity, and disciplined execution — and we're building a team that shares that commitment.

About this Role

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Project Accounting Manager to oversee project financial management, reporting, and controls across large-scale EPC power generation and infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for leading project accounting activities, ensuring accurate cost tracking, revenue recognition, compliance with accounting standards, and supporting project leadership with actionable financial insights.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in EPC or construction project accounting, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to partner closely with project managers, cost specialists, and corporate finance teams to drive financial accuracy and performance.

What You'll Do

• Lead project accounting activities for multiple large-scale EPC projects, ensuring accurate financial reporting and cost tracking

• Oversee monthly close processes including revenue recognition, accruals, and WIP (Work-in-Progress) reporting

• Partner with project management and project controls teams to monitor budgets, forecasts, and cost performance

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company accounting policies

• Analyze project financial performance and provide variance explanations and recommendations to leadership

• Support development and maintenance of project financial forecasts and cash flow projections

• Review and approve project-related invoices, commitments, and subcontractor billing activities

• Lead audits and support internal/external audit requests related to project accounting

• Implement process improvements to enhance reporting accuracy, efficiency, and automation

• Mentor and support junior project accountants and accounting staff

• Collaborate with procurement, legal, and operations teams to ensure alignment on financial terms and contract compliance

• Support system enhancements and ERP usage (e.g., JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle) for project accounting functions

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

• 7–12+ years of experience in project accounting, preferably in EPC, construction, or industrial environments
• 3-5 years of management experience

• Strong understanding of percentage-of-completion accounting and revenue recognition principles

• Experience with project cost controls, WIP reporting, and financial forecasting

• Proficiency with ERP systems (JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle, or similar)

• Advanced Excel skills and strong financial modeling capabilities

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with technical and operational teams

• Ability to manage multiple high-value projects in a fast-paced environment

What You’ll Get

• Competitive Compensation

• Weekly Pay

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Holiday Pay

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Comprehensive Health Coverage

• Pet Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Tuition Assistance

• Employee Discount Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.