<p>Our client, a well-established and growing architecture firm, is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to join their finance team. This role will partner closely with Project Managers and senior leadership to drive financial performance across a portfolio of projects. The ideal candidate brings strong professional services experience, understands project-based accounting, and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Experience with Deltek is highly preferred.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the full project accounting lifecycle from project setup through closeout</li><li>Partner with Project Managers to monitor project budgets, forecasts, and profitability</li><li>Review and prepare client billings (progress, T& M, fixed fee)</li><li>Monitor WIP, revenue recognition, and unbilled receivables</li><li>Perform variance analysis and provide financial insights on project performance</li><li>Ensure accurate project setup including contract terms, billing rates, and revenue schedules</li><li>Assist with month-end close including journal entries and reconciliations related to projects</li><li>Support cash flow forecasting and collections in collaboration with PMs</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls over project financials</li><li>Contribute to process improvements and system optimization initiatives</li></ul>

<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years of experience in project accounting within professional services (architecture, engineering, consulting, design, or similar)</li><li>Strong understanding of WIP, revenue recognition, and project-based billing structures</li><li>Experience with Deltek strongly preferred</li><li>Advanced Excel skills</li><li>Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate numbers into actionable insights</li><li>Excellent communication skills and confidence partnering with non-finance stakeholders</li><li>CPA designation (or in progress) is an asset but not required</li></ul><p><strong>What's in it for you:</strong></p><ul><li>Direct exposure to senior leadership and project decision-making</li><li>Opportunity to influence project profitability and operational efficiency</li><li>Collaborative, creative environment with strong cross-functional interaction</li><li>Growing firm with long-term career progression potential</li></ul><p><br></p>

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