Project Accountant

Bernhard

Project Accountant overseeing project accounting processes and financial analysis in energy infrastructure industry. Collaborating with Program Management team to ensure compliance and prepare financial information.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeGlenolden • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $58,080 - $77,570 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversees accounting for projects including maintenance of the general ledger and month-end close process
Works closely with Program Management team in budget and forecast preparation, project financial analysis, and development of internal control policies and procedures
Performs daily and monthly accounting processes including journal entries, account reconciliations and general ledger transactions
Prepares monthly client invoicing in coordination with Program Management team
Enters subcontractor accounts payable invoices and manage needed cash disbursements
Assists in the preparation and analysis of financial information in accordance with GAAP
Prepares routine financial reports and ad-hoc reports for operational review and decision making
Provides analysis and recommendations to senior leadership by analyzing project financial performance, analyzing budget variances, and ensuring compliance
Assists with submission of information and necessary communication with internal and external auditors and respond appropriately to auditor comments and recommendations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
3+ years of accounting experience
Intermediate level skills in Adobe, Excel and other MS Office tools
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment
Versed in the industry and the Company’s competitors
Ability to multitask and perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary
Experience with mid-large size engineering/construction organization
CPA license
Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of US GAAP
Ability to work well under pressure and within short deadlines
High-level analytic skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities
Women
Protected Veterans
Individuals with Disabilities

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Hard Skills & Tools

accountinggeneral ledgermonth-end close processjournal entriesaccount reconciliationsfinancial analysisfinancial reportingbudget preparationGAAPcash disbursements

Soft Skills

effective communicationdetail-orientedmultitaskingability to work under pressureanalytical skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in AccountingCPA license