Service Delivery Lead – Project Accounting

AECOM

Senior Manager in Project Accounting ensuring financial performance and service delivery across large infrastructure projects globally. Leading a team while partnering with senior stakeholders to drive operational excellence.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeRemote • 🏈 Anywhere in North AmericaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial performance management, project accounting, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong focus on driving operational excellence and strategic decision-making. Proven ability to lead large teams and manage complex financial operations in multinational environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project AccountingFinancial Performance ManagementRevenue Recognition (IFRS 15 / IAS 11 / ASC 606)Large ERP Platforms (Oracle, SAP, Blackline)Stakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisKPI GovernancePerformance ReportingRoot-Cause AnalysisContractual Risk Management

Soft Skills

Influencing Senior StakeholdersTransparent CommunicationLeadershipContinuous Improvement Mindset

Tools & Technologies

ERP PlatformsDashboardsReporting Mechanisms

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

EngineeringDesignConstructionProject-Based ServicesMultinational Organizations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a primary senior point of contact for executive stakeholders, including regional Finance Leads, Project Directors, Business Line Leaders, and Global Service Delivery leadership
Build and maintain trusted, influential relationships with senior stakeholders through proactive engagement, transparent communication, and consistent delivery against commitments
Lead stakeholder governance forums, performance reviews, and escalation discussions, ensuring alignment on priorities, risks, and outcomes
Translate complex financial and operational data into clear executive-level insights and recommendations that support strategic decision-making
Own and govern the full suite of financial, operational, and service delivery KPIs, ensuring alignment with global standards, SLAs, and business expectations
Establish performance targets, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms to track productivity, quality, timeliness, financial accuracy, cash flow, and margin performance
Drive a performance-driven culture, holding leaders and teams accountable for results and corrective actions
Lead root-cause analysis for KPI variances and ensure timely execution of remediation and continuous improvement plans
Report performance outcomes, trends, and risks to senior leadership, including recommendations for strategic or operational intervention
Provide senior oversight of project financial execution, including revenue recognition, cost control, reserves, contingencies
Review and interpret complex commercial and contractual arrangements to ensure appropriate financial treatment and risk mitigation
Oversee analysis of WIP, unbilled costs, billings in excess of earnings, and receivables to drive improvements in cash flow, margin, and financial predictability
Serve as a senior escalation authority for complex accounting judgments, ensuring compliance with IFRS, U.S. GAAP, and internal control requirements
Ensure consistent execution of global processes, standards, and controls across regions and end markets
Partner with GPOs, Global Service Delivery Leads, and functional leaders to drive operational stability, maturity, and standardization
Oversee capacity planning, workforce optimization, utilization, and skill mix to support business growth and changing demand
Own and lead finance transformation initiatives aligned with global strategy, including process standardization, automation, and digital enablement
Identify opportunities to enhance value-added services, shifting the function from transactional execution to strategic financial partnership
Champion a continuous improvement mindset supported by data, benchmarks, and best-in-class practices
Lead preparation and support for internal and external audits, business risk reviews, and project health assessments
Set clear leadership expectations and build a strong management layer capable of sustaining performance at scale

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
Professional accounting qualification (CPA or equivalent) strongly preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in multinational, complex organizations, with significant senior leadership responsibility
Proven track record in the Engineering, Design, and Construction or project-based services industry
Demonstrated success leading large teams within shared services or global delivery models
Strong experience partnering with senior stakeholders and influencing at executive level
Deep expertise in Project Accounting and financial performance management
Advanced knowledge of revenue recognition (IFRS 15 / IAS 11 / ASC 606), U.S. GAAP, and SOX controls
Strong understanding of project lifecycles, contract types, and commercial risk management
Experience with large ERP platforms (Oracle, SAP, Blackline, or similar)
Advanced analytical capability and executive-level reporting skills
Flexibility to work on a late shift (3PM - 11PM)

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
life
AD&D
disability benefits
paid time off
leaves of absences
voluntary benefits
perks
flexible work options
well-being resources
employee assistance program
business travel insurance
service recognition awards