Senior Project Accountant

Tatum by Randstad; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm in Chester County is seeking a Senior Project Accountant. This role involves managing project budgets, forecasting, and analysis to ensure financial success. Candidates should have 5-7 years of project accounting experience and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. Proficiency in project accounting software and advanced Excel skills are essential. If you're ready to step into a dynamic environment and make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of hands-on experience in project accounting, ideally within construction, engineering, or professional services.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgets, forecasting, and variance analysis for project profitability.
• Provide financial guidance to project managers.
• Ensure accurate project billing and invoicing.
• Manage Work in Progress (WIP) and generate financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes.

Skills

Project Accounting Experience

Analytical Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Deltek

Sage

NetSuite

Job description

Overview

We\'re conducting a confidential search for a Senior Project Accountant to join our forward-thinking team. This isn\'t just a job—it's an opportunity to apply your expertise in a vibrant, fast-paced environment where your contributions directly impact our success and growth. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for project finance, this role offers a chance to take on significant responsibility and advance your career.

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $105,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• You\'ll be the financial backbone of our projects, managing budgets, forecasting, and conducting sharp variance analysis to ensure project profitability and success.
• Be a Strategic Partner: Work hand-in-hand with our project managers, providing critical financial guidance and insights that shape project decisions from start to finish.
• Master the Flow of Finance: Take charge of all project billing and invoicing, ensuring our financial processes are accurate, timely, and aligned with client contracts.
• Command the Data: Dive deep into project financials, meticulously managing Work in Progress (WIP), and generating powerful reports that provide clarity and direction.
• Uphold Integrity: Ensure all project accounting activities are compliant with company policies and accounting standards, protecting the financial health of the business.
• Improve & Innovate: You won\'t just follow a process; you\'ll help build better ones. Identify opportunities to streamline our systems and procedures, making our team more efficient and effective.

Qualifications

• Experienced: You have 5-7 years of hands-on experience in project accounting, ideally within a related industry like construction, engineering, or professional services.
• Educated: You hold a Bachelor\'s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Technically Savvy: You\'re a power user of project accounting software (e.g., Deltek, Sage, NetSuite) and possess advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• A Problem-Solver: You thrive on challenges, with strong analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Engineering Services
• IT Services and IT Consulting