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Job Title: Project Accountant
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Project Accountant who will take responsibility for client invoicing, collections management, and project budgeting. This role requires accurate contract documentation, administration, and maintenance, including fee and budget entry. The Project Accountant will collaborate with section and project personnel to provide timely contract performance data and resolve financial issues. This position involves coordinating the project accounting system within the department and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, as well as assisting multiple project managers and staff daily. Additionally, the role includes backup assistance on coding and processing vendor invoices, time sheets, and expense reports.
Responsibilities
Take responsibility for client invoicing, collections management, and project budgeting
Conduct accurate contract documentation, administration, and maintenance including fee and budget entry
Work with section and project personnel to provide timely contract performance data and resolve financial issues
Coordinate the project accounting system within the department and work with technical staff to ensure compliance with contractual requirements
Assist multiple project managers and staff on a daily basis
Provide backup assistance on coding and processing vendor invoices, time sheets, and expense reports
Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
Excellent verbal and written communication including grammar, punctuation, proofreading, spelling, and telephone skills
Flexibility and ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and collaborate with various managers in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated, well-organized, and detail-oriented
Ability to handle confidential information
Proficiency with MS Office including Excel, Word, and Outlook
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Work Environment
This is an in-office position in Raleigh, NC, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.88 - $30.28/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 Raleigh,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 28, 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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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.