Project Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and client-focused Project Accountant to support our growing Ajera Services team. In this role, you will provide transactional accounting and project coordination support to AEC clients using Deltek Ajera.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing multiple priorities, and has strong project accounting and client communication skills. This role is critical to ensuring accurate financial operations, timely project execution, and an exceptional client experience.

What you’ll do at SN: 

Client Accounting & Project Support

• Perform project accounting functions including:
• • Client invoicing
  • Bank and credit card reconciliations
  • Credit card imports
  • Vendor invoice coding and payments
  • Accounts receivable collection activities
• Complete client deliverables accurately, on time, and within budget
• Coordinate project kickoff meetings, agendas, and meeting documentation
• Collaborate with internal teams and external client stakeholders to support project success
• Monitor and follow up on action items and deliverables

Project Coordination & Documentation

• Maintain project plans, workflow documentation, and meeting notes
• Update project records and team notes on a weekly basis
• Support process improvements and implementation of best practices
• Ensure documentation standards and internal procedures are consistently followed

Ajera & Technical Responsibilities

• Navigate Deltek Ajera across:
• • Project Command Center
  • Client invoicing
  • Bank and credit card reconciliation
  • Vendor management
  • AR collection tools
• Apply project accounting concepts including:
• • Job costing
  • WIP analysis
  • Billing procedures

What you may have done before:

• Worked successfully in a fully remote environment
• Worked within a Professional Services environment

What it takes to be a Project Accountant:

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience at the Project Accountant level or higher
• Experience managing multiple accounting priorities and deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems and ability to learn new technologies quickly
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Deltek Ajera
• AEC industry accounting experience
• Familiarity with project accounting principles including WIP analysis and job costing
• Experience with vendor payment processing and AR collections
• Accounting degree preferred, but not required

What's in it for you: 

• Health & Wellness Your Way: Choose from three medical plans designed to fit different needs and budgets.  
• Wellness Support: Access to Teladoc's zero-cost telehealth services and Husk Wellness for exclusive discounts on gym memberships, nutrition guidance, and mental health support 
• Time Off, When You Need It: Recharge with our flexible PTO policy and enjoy 10 paid holidays 
• Flexible Spending Options: Maximize your health and dependent care through employer-backed HSAs and FSAs 
• Peace of Mind: Your well-being is covered with employer-paid life, AD&D, and comprehensive short- and long-term disability 
• More Ways to Thrive: Tap into our Employee Assistance Program for support, plus access to InsurChoice for personal insurance options. 

Salary: The salary range for this position is an estimate of $65,000 - 75,000. A final compensation offer within this range will be based on factors including an individual’s skill sets, experience, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and geography.  

About Stambaugh Ness

At SN, we’re a powerhouse of passionate, talented professionals making a real impact, together. We believe that innovation thrives in an environment of engaged minds, even when fully remote. Here, you’ll be challenged, inspired, and supported by a team that embraces change and envisions the future. Fast-paced and fast-growing, we have created a close-knit team that genuinely enjoys working together.

SN believes in an inclusive workplace and is committed to building a team from a variety of backgrounds. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive the other benefits and privileges of employment. Underrepresented candidates and candidates from nontraditional backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. 

At SN, we serve clients in all 50 states with unparallelled AEC industry expertise and a diverse menu of services, including compliance, government contract services, strategic tax solutions, technology, and cyber risk advisory, data solutions, Deltek ERP software, strategic growth advisory, workforce and talent solutions, outsourced accounting, ownership transition, and mergers and acquisitions.  

Ready to redefine what your career can look like, from anywhere? We’d love to meet you.