Senior Project Accountant - Engineering & Construction

Gessner Engineering, LLC.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 74,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gessner Engineering, LLC is seeking a Project Accountant to manage the financial lifecycle of assigned projects—from setup through closeout. You will deliver timely data to project managers to protect margins and ensure contracts are billed accurately.

The role requires 5+ years in project accounting, familiarity with ERP software, and strong Excel skills. Location options include Bryan, Houston, Fort Worth, or Georgetown, TX; standard full-time on-site work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• 5+ years of project accounting experience.
• Experience in an engineering, architecture, or construction firm preferred.
• Proficiency in project-based ERP software and advanced Excel.

Responsibilities

• Set up and manage project budgets and billing terms.
• Prepare and issue monthly invoices per contract terms.
• Monitor accounts receivable and support collections.
• Develop project budgets and track costs, WIP, and profitability reports.
• Review contracts and change orders for billing and compliance.
• Support month-end close and project reporting.

Skills

Project accounting

GAAP

Financial reporting

Contract administration

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

Unanet

Ajera

Job description

Gessner Engineering, LLC is seeking a Project Accountant to manage the financial lifecycle of assigned projects—from setup through closeout. You will deliver timely data to project managers to protect margins and ensure contracts are billed accurately.

The role requires 5+ years in project accounting, familiarity with ERP software, and strong Excel skills. Location options include Bryan, Houston, Fort Worth, or Georgetown, TX; standard full-time on-site work.