Project Accounting Specialist: Billing, AR & Cost Analysis

LJA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LJA Accounting in Houston, TX is seeking a Project Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day project management finance activities. This role focuses on project setup, invoicing, A/R processing, and reporting to aid project managers and leadership.

You will prepare detailed backup for invoices, analyze revenue and job costs, monitor sub-consultants and contractor invoices, and collaborate with the management team to ensure timely, accurate financial processing.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or Business Administration preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a billing position.
• Intermediate level experience using Excel and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and maintaining projects.
• Invoicing clients on a weekly/monthly basis – lump sum, time & material, % of completion basis with a strong emphasis on fixed rate schedules.
• Preparing spreadsheet invoices to include detailed backup documentation including detailed timesheets, etc.
• Providing project, billing, A/R and other misc. reports as needed.
• Assisting Project Managers and Collections group with resolving outstanding AR issues.
• Analyzing revenue and job cost.
• Monitoring sub‑consultants including reviewing contract and insurance certificates ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, tracking payment status.
• Reviewing accounts payable and coding, entry as needed with a significant focus on the timely and accurate processing of Independent Contractor invoices.
• Archiving documents pertaining to projects and client/sub‑consultant contracts.
• Working directly with various project managers, administrative support and management.
• Completing special projects as requested by a supervisor or manager.

Skills

Billing experience

Education

Accounting/Finance/Business Admin degree

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

LJA Accounting in Houston, TX is seeking a Project Accounting Specialist to support day-to-day project management finance activities. This role focuses on project setup, invoicing, A/R processing, and reporting to aid project managers and leadership.

You will prepare detailed backup for invoices, analyze revenue and job costs, monitor sub-consultants and contractor invoices, and collaborate with the management team to ensure timely, accurate financial processing.