The Project Accountant II oversees project financials, monitors costs and revenues, prepares reports, manages invoicing, and collaborates with teams to enhance accounting efficiency.
GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.
Overview
We’re seeking an experienced Project Accountant II to join a collaborative and growing team. This role plays an essential part in supporting operations by overseeing project financials and contributing to the company’s overall success. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and skilled at balancing multiple priorities while maintaining strong communication and professionalism.
This position requires close collaboration with project managers and leadership to ensure accurate financial tracking, cost control, and reporting for multiple ongoing projects. Success in this role comes from persistence, adaptability, and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor project financial performance by tracking costs, revenue, and profitability while analyzing variances and providing insights to project teams for cost optimization.
- Review project costs and expenses to ensure compliance with budgets, identify variances or errors, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
- Prepare and distribute regular financial reports to project managers and senior management highlighting key financial metrics.
- Generate accurate and timely client invoices, ensuring compliance with contract terms and billing schedules.
- Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments to ensure timely collection and issue resolution.
- Reconcile subcontractor expenses and ensure timely, accurate disbursements.
- Support project closeout by verifying financial documentation, updating project systems, and ensuring records are accurate and complete.
- Assist in preparing audit documentation and maintaining compliance with company accounting policies and internal controls.
- Communicate effectively with internal departments and external stakeholders to provide timely updates and resolve financial discrepancies.
- Identify and recommend improvements to accounting systems and processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
- 2–4 years of project accounting experience.
- Experience with Deltek VantagePoint strongly preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Intermediate knowledge of Adobe Acrobat.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive and resourceful approach.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- Dependable, self-directed, and consistent in driving tasks forward without requiring close supervision.
Perks & Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- Annual discretionary bonus program
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GHJ Los Angeles, California, USA Office
700 S. Flower St., Suite 3300, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90017
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