Senior Project Accounting Coordinator (Strategy & Development)

WSP; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Coordinator – Project Accounting to join the Project Accounting Strategy & Development team. The role provides administrative, coordination, and analytical support across strategic initiatives, training, and system-related activities within Project Accounting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in project accounting or related admin/finance roles, with strong data integrity and MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years business experience in project accounting, accounting support, finance operations, or related administrative/coordination roles.
• Working knowledge of project accounting concepts, terminology, and workflows.
• Analytical mindset with ability to exercise independent judgement in evaluating situations with financial implications.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Capable self-leadership with multi-tasking and prioritization in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Data entry skills and high attention to detail.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word).
• Familiarity with accounting and bookkeeping software.
• Demonstrated experience supporting accounting or finance teams in a structured environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and coordination support for Project Accounting Strategy & Development initiatives, including training, process documentation, and internal projects.
• Assist with the preparation, maintenance, and organization of project accounting reference materials, workflows, job aids, and internal guidance.
• Support data collection, validation, and basic analysis related to project accounting reporting, performance tracking, and compliance activities.
• Coordinate meetings, maintain schedules, track action items, and prepare materials for working sessions and team updates.
• Assist with reviewing project financial data for completeness and accuracy, escalating issues as appropriate.
• Coordinate with Project Accountants, Billing, and Finance stakeholders to support standardized processes and consistent data practices.
• Maintain trackers, reports, and status updates to support visibility into ongoing initiatives.
• Support knowledge sharing efforts, including organizing training sessions, materials, and follow up communications.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Self-management

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Oracle

Job description

WSP is seeking a Senior Coordinator – Project Accounting to join the Project Accounting Strategy & Development team. The role provides administrative, coordination, and analytical support across strategic initiatives, training, and system-related activities within Project Accounting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in project accounting or related admin/finance roles, with strong data integrity and MS Office proficiency.