Project Accountant

Job Description

Project Accountant | Bowman Consulting

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Bowman Consulting, located remotely in the United States, with a preference for candidates in the Northeast. Bowman Consulting is dedicated to shaping the infrastructure of tomorrow, creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. This role is crucial for overseeing and reporting on project cost accounting in a timely and accurate manner, empowering professionals to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Remote, United States (preferably in the Northeast)
• Pay: $65000–$80000 yearly
• Mission: Oversee and report on project cost accounting in a timely and accurate manner for the Company.
• Tech Stack: Deltek Vantagepoint, ERP system

What You’ll Actually Do
• Project Oversight: Oversee and report on project cost accounting in adherence to company accounting policies and procedures.
• Cross-functional Liaison: Act as a liaison between operations and various corporate accounting functions, including accounts payable and payroll.
• Financial Reporting: Reconcile and analyze project cost reports to ensure accurate and timely reporting, and assist the Regional Controller with account reports and collections.
• Project Setup & Invoicing: Perform project setup for new projects, manage the monthly invoicing process, and review vendor and subcontractor invoices.
• Collections Management: Contact customers regarding past due balances for collection up to 90 days, prepare accounts for escalation, and create management reporting schedules for collections and accounts receivables.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent relevant experience required, with an implied senior career level focused on project cost accounting.
• Experience: Seven or more (7+) years of corporate accounting experience preferred, with prior project accounting experience within the architecture, engineering, and/or construction industry also preferred, and must have AP full cycle exposure.
• Skills: Thorough knowledge of GAAP, strong data analysis and interpretation skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Bonus: Relevant certification (e.g., CMA or CPA) preferred, knowledge of Deltek Vantagepoint preferred, and previous experience with mergers and acquisitions is a plus.