• Lead Project Accountant

    Aston Carter (Columbia, MD)


    Job Title: Lead Project Accountant

    Job Description

    Join our team as a Project Accountant - Team Lead, where you will mentor and guide a team of 3-4 project accountants. You will play a pivotal role in aligning financial goals with project execution and ensuring financial performance targets are met. This is an exciting opportunity to build strong relationships with business leaders and cross-functional teams while contributing to the strategic financial planning of our projects.

    Responsibilities

    + Mentor and oversee a team of project accountants, providing support and professional development.

    + Build strong relationships with business leaders and cross-functional teams.

    + Translate project plans and resource needs into accurate financial forecasts and annual budgets.

    + Monitor key financial metrics such as revenue, gross profit, and expenses.

    + Oversee project reviews and communicate financial updates, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership.

    + Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure project budgets and forecasts are accurate.

    + Track billing schedules, receivables, and cost overruns.

    + Monitor and report on project cash flow and escalate significant variances.

    + Coordinate intercompany transactions and ensure proper documentation and accounting.

    + Support month-end close activities, financial summaries, and rolling forecasts.

    + Partner with Shared Services and Accounting for accurate billing, collections, and financial reporting.

    + Identify and implement process improvements, including automation of routine tasks.

    + Use financial insights to support strategic decision-making and improve business outcomes.

    + Stay current on industry trends, project management practices, and financial reporting standards.

    Essential Skills

    + Strong background in project or technical accounting.

    + Expertise in POC accounting.

    + Ability to clearly communicate company direction and purpose.

    + Hands-on experience with ERP systems like Microsoft Dynamics AX or SAP.

    + Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

    + 5-10 years of experience in project accounting within construction, manufacturing, or similar settings.

    + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (preferred) or Finance, with a solid understanding of GAAP.

    + Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + IFRS knowledge is a big plus.

    + Familiarity with reporting tools like Power BI, Tableau, Cognos, or BW.

    + Experience working with relational databases (Access or similar) and strong data analysis skills.

    + Knowledge of Percentage of Completion (PoC) accounting is highly preferred.

    + Manufacturing or cost accounting experience is a bonus.

    + CPA or other professional certifications are a plus.

    + Excellent time management and multitasking abilities.

    + Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and presenting to leadership.

    + Quick thinker who can contribute meaningfully in meetings and adapt on the fly.

    + A proactive learner who’s eager to grow and take on new challenges.

    + Solid understanding of finance operations and how they support business goals.

    Work Environment

    This role requires in-office presence four days a week, with equipment provided for remote work on the fifth day. You will work closely with a Project Accountant team lead and a small team of project accountants, fostering a collaborative and dynamic environment.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

     

    12 Paid HolidaysPTO – Paid time offMedical PlansDental InsuranceVision InsuranceHealth Savings and Spending AccountsTuition Reimbursement401k with excellent employer matchWellness Incentive ProgramEmployee Assistance Program

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Columbia,MD.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.