Strategic Project Accountant for Engineering Programs

NV5; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Professional development

Job summary

NV5 is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant in Cary, NC to partner with project managers, set up projects, manage budgets, and drive accurate billing and revenue recognition. You'll help maintain data integrity across the full project lifecycle and support closeout activities.

The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, and experience with project-based accounting. A collaborative, proactive approach is essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret financial data and identify solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, along with strong overall computer skills and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate confidently across all levels of the organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service mindset, with the ability to build positive working relationships with project teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to changing business needs and processes.
• A proactive, team-oriented approach and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Project Managers to establish new projects in Deltek Vantagepoint ensuring project setup aligns with contract requirements, billing terms, and revenue recognition methods.
• Enter project budgets and upload all required documentation during project setup.
• Maintain project records throughout the project lifecycle, including processing change orders and additional task authorizations.
• Review and analyze project reports to identify and resolve revenue generation errors and maintain project data integrity.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to monitor and manage unbilled project activity.
• Process labor adjustments as needed to maintain accurate project financials.
• Support project closeout activities, ensuring all transactions are completed and projects are properly finalized.
• Prepare monthly invoices for Project Manager review and approval while ensuring compliance with client billing requirements.
• Finalize and distribute invoices to clients in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist with accounts receivable reviews and collection efforts to support healthy project cash flow.
• Provide additional accounting and project support as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Deltek Vision

Job description

NV5 is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant in Cary, NC to partner with project managers, set up projects, manage budgets, and drive accurate billing and revenue recognition. You'll help maintain data integrity across the full project lifecycle and support closeout activities.

The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, and experience with project-based accounting. A collaborative, proactive approach is essential in a fast-paced environment.