Project Accountant

Job Description

Project Accountant | The Bolton Group

The Tone:
This is a full-time hybrid role at The Bolton Group. The Bolton Group is a growing organization that requires robust financial oversight for its projects. This Project Accountant position is critical for supporting project financial management, cost tracking, billing, and reporting. The role collaborates closely with Project Managers and operations teams, playing a key part in ensuring projects remain financially accurate and on schedule.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid
• Pay: $70000–$105000 yearly
• Mission: This person ensures projects remain financially accurate and on schedule through robust financial management and reporting.
• Tech Stack: ERP/accounting systems, Advanced Excel

What You’ll Actually Do
• Project Oversight: Manage project budgets, job costing, and financial reporting to maintain financial accuracy.
• Billing Operations: Prepare and review client billings and invoices, ensuring timely and correct charges.
• Cost Management: Process vendor and subcontractor invoices, and accurately track project costs, commitments, and overall profitability.
• Reporting & Analysis: Perform account reconciliations and month-end close activities, and assist with forecasting, cash flow tracking, and financial analysis.
• Risk & Compliance: Maintain vendor compliance documentation, contracts, and project records, partner with Project Managers to identify financial risks and resolve issues, and prepare ad hoc reports and support audit requests.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, demonstrating core domain knowledge in accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience: 1-2+ years of dedicated experience in project accounting, construction accounting, or job-cost accounting.
• Skills: Advanced Excel proficiency, familiarity with ERP/accounting systems, strong analytical capabilities, effective organizational skills, and clear communication.
• Bonus: Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines effectively.