NBS

Project Accountant

NBS

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: California • United States

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Salary

💰 $65,000 - $90,000 per year

About the role

  • The Accountant is responsible for executing day-to-day accounting functions with a primary focus on project-based invoicing, accounts payable, cost tracking, and revenue recognition support.
  • This role manages the full billing cycle in accordance with contract terms.
  • Processes vendor invoices and subcontractor payments, reconciles project costs, and assists with month-end close activities.
  • The Project Accountant works closely with project managers to ensure accurate financial data, timely invoicing, and proper expense allocation while maintaining compliance with company policies and GAAP.
  • Prepare and process project invoices including time-and-materials, fixed-fee, milestone, and progress billings.
  • Review contracts to ensure billing aligns with client terms and approved budgets.
  • Track unbilled revenue, monitor aging of receivables, and assist with resolving billing discrepancies.
  • Review, code, and process vendor and subcontractor invoices with accurate project and general ledger allocation.
  • Ensure timely payment in accordance with company policy and contract terms.
  • Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and maintain proper documentation and approval workflows.
  • Record and reconcile project-related costs including labor, expenses, and subcontractor charges.
  • Monitor project budgets versus actuals and identify discrepancies for review.
  • Support accurate revenue recognition by ensuring project financial data is complete and properly classified.
  • Assist with month-end close activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, accrued revenue schedules, and reporting.

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of GAAP, revenue recognition principles, and project-based accounting practices
  • Experience managing large data sets
  • Experience with project billing methodologies
  • Proficiency in NetSuite (including project setup, billing, reporting, and general ledger functions)
  • Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, invoice coding, and vendor management
  • Ability to review and interpret client contracts for billing and compliance requirements
  • Strong reconciliation skills with attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
Benefits
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program – 100% Employee Owned
  • 401k Plan with a generous employer match
  • Medical and Dental Insurance coverage is paid in full for the employee.
  • Paid Vacation, Sick, Holidays, and Volunteer time.
  • Life insurance covering the employee in the sum of $ 100,000, is paid in full by NBS.
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance for the employee is paid in full by NBS.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
GAAPrevenue recognitionproject-based accountingproject billing methodologiesaccounts payableinvoice codingreconciliationdata analysisjournal entriesaccrued revenue schedules
Soft Skills
attention to detailorganizational skillsdocumentation skillseffective communicationcollaborationability to manage multiple projectsability to meet deadlines