Project Accountant / Billing Specialist

Role Overview

·         Supports project financial performance, client billing, and accounts receivable in a professional services environment

·         Partners closely with Project Managers on budget tracking, fee utilization, and financial analysis

·         Designed as a growth role, with a clear path toward project budget management leadership within ~5 years

Pay Range: $70K – $90k annually, depending on experience and qualifications. 

Core 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

Qualifications

·         Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent experience

·         4–8 years in project accounting, billing, or A/R (ideal)

Traits for Success

·         Financial judgment and analytical thinking

·         Clear communicator with non-financial staff

·         Ownership mindset with attention to detail

·         Comfortable operating in a deadline-driven environment

Growth & Career Path

·         Role intentionally evolves beyond transactional billing

·         Increasing responsibility for project budget oversight and financial leadership

·         Expected progression toward a project budget management leadership role based on performance

Reporting & Environment

·         Collaborative, professional services setting

·         Firm culture emphasizes quality, responsiveness, and long-term employee development