Project Accountant
Aston Carter, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
Job Title:
Project Accountant
The Project Accountant manages the full financial lifecycle of projects, from initial setup and billing through reporting and month‑end close. This role partners closely with Project Managers and leadership to ensure accurate job costing, timely billing, and clear visibility into project performance. It offers high visibility, the opportunity to grow within a project‑based accounting team, and exposure to end‑to‑end project financials in a stable, long‑term environment.
Responsibilities
Manage project billing in accordance with contract terms, including time and materials, fixed fee, and cost‑plus arrangements.
Set up new projects, budgets, and rate tables in the accounting system.
Track and reconcile job costs, labor, expenses, and revenue for multiple projects.
Coordinate with accounts payable and accounts receivable on invoice processing, collections, and cash application.
Prepare and distribute monthly project financial reports, including work‑in‑progress (WIP), unbilled amounts, and profitability analysis.
Monitor contract compliance, change orders, and budget variances, and elevate issues as needed.
Support month‑end close activities related to projects, including reconciliations and journal entries.
Assist Project Managers with financial questions, project forecasting, and audit requests.
Maintain accurate project documentation and financial records in accordance with internal policies.
Collaborate with leadership and cross‑functional teams to improve project accounting processes and reporting.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, Deltek, NetSuite, or similar platforms is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to interpret contract terms and apply them to billing and project accounting.
Ability to analyze project financial data and present insights to stakeholders.
Interest in growing within a project‑based accounting team and taking on broader responsibilities over time.
Work Environment
The role operates in a professional office environment with standard hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plantation, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $34.00 – $38.00 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&DD for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Plantation, FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
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Project Accountant
The Project Accountant manages the full financial lifecycle of projects, from initial setup and billing through reporting and month‑end close. This role partners closely with Project Managers and leadership to ensure accurate job costing, timely billing, and clear visibility into project performance. It offers high visibility, the opportunity to grow within a project‑based accounting team, and exposure to end‑to‑end project financials in a stable, long‑term environment.
Responsibilities
Manage project billing in accordance with contract terms, including time and materials, fixed fee, and cost‑plus arrangements.
Set up new projects, budgets, and rate tables in the accounting system.
Track and reconcile job costs, labor, expenses, and revenue for multiple projects.
Coordinate with accounts payable and accounts receivable on invoice processing, collections, and cash application.
Prepare and distribute monthly project financial reports, including work‑in‑progress (WIP), unbilled amounts, and profitability analysis.
Monitor contract compliance, change orders, and budget variances, and elevate issues as needed.
Support month‑end close activities related to projects, including reconciliations and journal entries.
Assist Project Managers with financial questions, project forecasting, and audit requests.
Maintain accurate project documentation and financial records in accordance with internal policies.
Collaborate with leadership and cross‑functional teams to improve project accounting processes and reporting.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, Deltek, NetSuite, or similar platforms is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to interpret contract terms and apply them to billing and project accounting.
Ability to analyze project financial data and present insights to stakeholders.
Interest in growing within a project‑based accounting team and taking on broader responsibilities over time.
Work Environment
The role operates in a professional office environment with standard hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plantation, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $34.00 – $38.00 per hour.
Benefits
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&DD for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Plantation, FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
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