Project Accountant / Billing Specialist

About This Role

This role supports financial performance across civil engineering projects, focusing on client billing, accounts receivable, and project budgeting. It involves partnering with Project Managers to monitor budgets and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Project Managers to monitor project budgets, labor, expenses, and burn rates
• Track fee utilization and identify financial risks or variances
• Prepare accurate, timely client invoices (primarily time & expense–based)
• Manage accounts receivable follow-up and resolve billing issues professionally
• Support month-end close, project financial reporting, and internal controls
• Contribute to improvements in project accounting and billing processes

Requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent experience
• 4-8 years in project accounting, billing, or A/R
• Sound financial judgment and analytical thinking
• Ability to clearly communicate with all team members, including those without financial knowledge
• Ownership mindset with high standards of excellence and unwavering attention to detail
• Comfortable operating in a deadline-driven environment and ability to prioritize effectively

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent experience (Bachelor preferred)
• 4-8 years in project accounting, billing, or A/R