Pape-Dawson · 5 hours ago
Manager, Project Accounting
Pape-Dawson is a company that specializes in project accounting operations. The Manager, Project Accounting oversees daily operations, manages project setup and billing, and ensures financial reporting accuracy while collaborating with various teams to promote project excellence.
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Responsibilities
Manage daily project accounting operations, including project setup, billing, invoicing, and data accuracy, ensuring compliance with established policies and contract requirements
Execute and reinforce standardized processes, tools, and metrics for project setup, billing workflow, tracking, and financial performance management
Support the application of revenue recognition, WIP management, and project profitability policies, escalating complex issues to the Director as needed
Ensure accurate and timely billing and invoicing, and coordinate with Project Managers to resolve discrepancies or delays
Implement continuous improvement efforts focused on billing workflows, communication with project teams, and financial data quality
Prepare and maintain project financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs aligned with the firm’s project accounting standards
Conduct regular project financial reviews with Project Managers, helping to identify risks, variances, and necessary corrective actions
Lead, coach, and develop the project accounting team, ensuring accountability, accuracy, responsiveness, and collaboration
Promote consistency, transparency, and quality in project financial reporting and client service
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role
Demonstrated experience supporting or managing project accounting functions, including billing, project setup, and financial reporting
Strong understanding of project lifecycle financials, revenue recognition, WIP, and project controls
Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills with a proactive and collaborative mindset
Ability to work Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm with overtime as needed
Preferred
CPA preferred
Experience with ERP systems (Deltek preferred)
Experience in AEC, construction, or professional services industries preferred
Company
Pape-Dawson
Pape-Dawson is an industry-leading, future-focused civil engineering and professional services firm.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-10-22
2025-06-12
2025-05-01
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