Project Accountant
Life Safety Systems • Arbutus, Maryland • Contractor
Posted on Tue, May 19, 2026
THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL
Sciens Building Solutions seeks a Project Accountant to join its fun and rapidly growing team. If you have exposure to job costing or Percentage of Completion (PoC) accounting, enjoy working in a fast-paced setting and are looking for an opportunity that provides growth -- this could be the role for you!
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (and doing well!)
- Review booking documents and set up new projects, change orders, and service agreements accurately and on time in the ERP system.
- Process changes in estimates for active projects accurately and on time in the ERP system.
- Close out projects in ERP system upon completion.
- Assist with preparation and review of WIP analysis after each payroll cycle.
- Review and validate monthly charges to active projects and resolve discrepancies.
- Enter time charged to jobs from weekly timesheets.
- Complete special department projects as directed.
- Adhere to all company policies and protocols.
- Assist in month end close; other special projects as needed.
WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU
- Up to two years of job costing and/or percentage of completion accounting experience.
- Teamwork-oriented.
- Must be detail-oriented and able to follow through independently.
- Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to make routine judgments and decisions.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience with accounting software (MS Dynamics preferred or Sage 300 Construction & Real Estate).
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including ability to construct formulas with accurate syntax, using advanced functions, and pivot tables.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, or finance preferred.
WHAT WE'RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE
- Competitive salary based on qualifications.
- Paid time off plan and holidays.
- 401(k) matching.
- Short term and long-term disability.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
- Life insurance.
- Professional career development opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement.
Salary Range $29.00 to $32.00 an hour