Project Accountant -(8+ YOE)

Hord Coplan Macht

$80K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of project accounting experience, preferably in architecture or engineering
  • Intermediate to advanced computer skills, especially in spreadsheets and project accounting software
  • Familiarity with standard contract terms in billing processes
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and multitask effectively
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Experience collaborating with various organizational levels and external partners
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills

Responsibilities

  • Set up new projects and associated budgets in accounting software
  • Update budgets for additional services as needed
  • Adjust financials post Owner-approved bids
  • Prepare and finalize invoices with necessary supporting documents
  • Provide monthly Accounts Receivable reports to leadership
  • Coordinate invoice follow-up with project managers
  • Conduct variance analysis between actuals and budgets for projects

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • 401(K) with company matching contributions
  • Company-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional development
Full Job Description
About Our Search

Our Conshohocken office is looking for a Project Accountant to join our team. We are seeking an organized and personable professional with at least 8 years of project accounting experience, preferably in an architecture or engineering firm. This position supports the fiscal health of assigned projects while working closely with project managers and team members. The ideal candidate is analytical, adaptable, and collaborative, with strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to take ownership of responsibilities while building positive relationships across the team. This is a 5-day-a-week, in-office position, with training in Baltimore and opportunities for cross-training.

About the Position

  • Set up new projects and related fees and budgets in accounting software.
  • Update fees and budgets for additional services.
  • Adjust fees, budgets, and revenue upon Owner-approved bids and alternates
  • Prepare draft/final invoices (including applicable supporting documentation) for all billable projects in accordance with project specific billing requirements.
  • Provide monthly Accounts Receivable reports to Studio Leaders and Principals in Charge (PICs) and coordinate follow-up with PICs & PMs on skipped invoice payments
  • Perform actual-to-budget variance analysis for projects and support managers in addressing identified issues.


About You

  • At least eight years of project accounting experience, preferably in an architecture or engineering firm.
  • Intermediate to advanced computer literacy, including experience in spreadsheets and project accounting software. Deltek Vantagepoint experience is a plus.
  • Understanding of standard contract terms and how they are applied in the billing process.
  • Ability to work with minimal guidance, prioritize, and multitask.
  • Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Ability to interact with and work with all levels of the organization, clients, and subconsultants
  • Strong analytical skills and detail-oriented.


About Our Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • 401(K) with company match
  • Company-paid STD, LTD, and Life
  • Paid Time Off
  • Mentorship Programs and Professional Development

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