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Project Accounting Manager I

Zachry Group · Houston, Texas, US

The Project Accounting Manager oversees all financial aspects of project-based work, ensuring accurate cost tracking, revenue recognition, forecasting, and c...

Job description

The Project Accounting Manager oversees all financial aspects of project-based work, ensuring accurate cost tracking, revenue recognition, forecasting, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards. This role partners closely with project managers, operations, and leadership to drive financial transparency, profitability, and risk management across the project lifecycle. Project Financial Management: Lead project accounting activities including cost accumulation, revenue recognition, billing, and margin analysis. Ensure project financials are accurate, complete, and reported timely throughout the project life cycle. Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and actuals; identify variances and recommend corrective actions. Revenue Recognition & Compliance: Ensure proper treatment of contract types (fixed-price, time & materials, cost-plus, milestone-based). Maintain compliance with internal controls, company policies, and external audit requirements. Reporting & Analysis: Prepare and review project financial reports for management. Provide financial insights to project and executive leadership to support decision-making. Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close process...