Nv5
A leading provider of engineering, consulting, and technical services across diverse sectors.
Accountant - Staff
Manage project accounting, billing, and general finance activities for projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Staff Accountant plays a central role in managing project‑based financial activity, emphasizing accurate billing, revenue recognition, and project cost tracking. The ideal candidate brings exceptional organizational discipline, strong analytical capabilities, and a commitment to confidentiality and integrity. This role ensures project financials are processed accurately, deadlines are met, and stakeholders receive timely, reliable information. • Prepare, review, and distribute project-based customer billings per contract terms • Monitor project budgets, costs, and financial performance • Maintain project accounting records, including job setup, cost allocations, and revenue tracking • Coordinate with project managers to validate billing milestones, change orders, and cost adjustments • Reconcile project accounts and resolve discrepancies proactively • Support project audits, compliance reviews, and financial reporting requirements • Process accounts payable and maintain purchase order system • Process employee expense reports • Assist with employee timesheet processing and labor cost allocations • Prepare journal entries • Submit contractor reporting and registrations • Process state and local business registrations • Provide audit, tax, and compliance support • Maintain and respond to general finance email inquiries • Distribute incoming mail, including AP and AR documents
Key Responsibilities
- ▸project billing
- ▸budget monitoring
- ▸cost tracking
- ▸accounts payable
- ▸journal entry
- ▸audit support
What You Bring
• Strong understanding of project accounting principles • Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities • Clear, professional communication skills • High attention to detail with accurate data‑entry capabilities • Ability to manage multiple deadlines across concurrent projects • Advanced proficiency with accounting software and Excel • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience) • Minimum two years of accounting experience, preferably with project accounting exposure
Requirements
- ▸project accounting
- ▸excel
- ▸accounting software
- ▸bachelor's
- ▸2+ years
- ▸analytical
Benefits
Employment is contingent upon successful background check and drug screening. NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible time off, 401(k), and professional development opportunities. NV5 provides equal employment opportunities in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time