Project Accountant I

GAI Consultants, Inc.

Accountant assisting Project Managers with financials throughout the project life cycle for GAI. Responsibilities include project budgets, client invoices, and coordinating financial reviews.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeHomestead • Florida, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist Project Manager throughout the project life cycle: establishing project budgets, reviewing and preparing the client invoices, coordinating accounts receivable and work-in-progress review.
Conduct a monthly and/or bi-weekly project financial review of: project earning report, accounts receivable, work-in-progress, and backlog.
New Project Setup
Create Work-Breakdown-Structure (WBS)
Input Budgets (Contract, Cost & Billing)
Review the ACCT-Project Budget for Accuracy & Save in Financial Folder
Notify the Project Manager upon Completion Invoicing Preparation
Draft Review comments for mischarges
Review sub-consultant invoices (rates & limits)
Correct rates
Employee labor & expenses are on the same task/sub-task
Setup Invoicing Review Meetings
Accounts Receivable & Work-In-Process (WIP) Review
Generate the Past Due Report
Project Financial Review w/ Project Managers
Monthly Review Project Earning Report with the Business Sector Leader
Review AR & WIP Review Backlog
Participate in WO Meeting with BSL & PM
Reviewing & Approving direct reports Timesheets

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Acct., Finance, or related field
2-3 years experience
English as a first language or demonstrated verbal and written skills in English as a second language.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Strong writing/communication skills.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Knowledge of various software programs which may include Accounting software; HRIS software; ATS software; Database software; Internet software; Inventory software; Payroll systems; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software; and Word Processing software.
Current, valid Driver’s License.
Must be United States citizen or have permanent residency status.
Must be able to pass pre-employment background check as well as possible post-hire, client-based background checks as required.
Must be willing to work in a drug free environment and agree to drug and alcohol testing if required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay & Recognition
Market based, competitive compensation
Performance driven recognition and development bonuses
Comprehensive Health & Wellness
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Company paid short-term and long-term disability
Company paid life insurance
Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
Meaningful Work–Life Balance
Generous paid time off + 7 paid holidays
An additional floating holiday—use it for what matters to you
Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
Growth, Learning & Financial Security
401(k) with company match
Tuition reimbursement
Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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Hard Skills & Tools

project financial reviewwork-breakdown-structurebudgetingaccounts receivableinvoicing preparationreport writingdata analysisfinancial reportingcost managementtimesheet approval

Soft Skills

strong writing skillscommunication skillsanalytical skillspresentation skillsinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillsattention to detailproblem-solving skillsteam collaborationclient interaction

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in AccountingBachelor's degree in FinanceBachelor's degree in related field