Project Accountant

Aston Carter • Columbus, OH • 1d ago

Project Accountant

Must be local to Columbus, Ohio

Job Description

The Project Accountant will take responsibility for client invoicing, collections management, and project budgeting. The role includes providing backup assistance on coding and processing accounts payable (A/P), time sheets, and expense reports. The successful candidate will conduct accurate contract documentation, administration, and maintenance, including fee and budget entry. They will work with section and project personnel to provide timely contract performance data and resolve financial issues. The Project Accountant will coordinate the project accounting system within the department and work with technical staff to ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Additionally, they will assist multiple project managers and staff on a daily basis and perform other duties as needed.

Responsibilities

Manage client invoicing and collections.

Oversee project budgeting.

Provide backup assistance in coding and processing accounts payable.

Process time sheets and expense reports.

Conduct contract documentation, administration, and maintenance.

Ensure accuracy in fee and budget entry.

Collaborate with project personnel to provide contract performance data.

Resolve financial issues related to projects.

Coordinate the project accounting system within the department.

Ensure compliance with contractual requirements.

Assist multiple project managers and staff daily.

Perform additional duties as required.

Essential Skills

Experience in project accounting and cost management.

Proficiency in month-end financial processes.

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

Skills in budgeting and general ledger management.

Data entry capabilities.

Associate degree in a closely related field or equivalent experience.

Familiarity with Earned Value Management.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

Experience in collaborating with managers in a fast-paced environment.

Self-motivated and well-organized.

Detail-oriented with a capacity to handle confidential information.

Commitment to being an active participant in an employee-owned culture.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, requiring flexibility and collaboration with various managers. The role involves significant use of MS Office, including Word and Outlook. The company fosters an employee-owned culture, encouraging active participation and engagement from all staff.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $43.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

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