[Hiring] Project Accountant @Global Infrastructure

Role Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Accountant to join our Shared Services Finance team in Panama. In this role, you will partner closely with Project Managers and key stakeholders to support the financial management of projects throughout their lifecycle. Responsibilities include:

• Project setup
• Contract and billing administration
• Revenue recognition
• Project accounting compliance
• Invoicing
• Accounts receivable management
• Financial reporting

The ideal candidate will have strong project accounting experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality financial support in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of project accounting or project cost accounting experience.
• Experience within the Architecture, Engineering, or Consulting industry is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience supporting medium to large-scale projects with evolving scopes, schedules, and consultant requirements.
• Knowledge of Deltek Vision is an advantage.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Client-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality service and solutions.
• Strong sense of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within diverse and inclusive teams while contributing to operational and technical excellence.

Requirements

• Support Project Managers with contract administration, change orders, contract modifications, approvals, and project-related accounting and billing matters.
• Partner with Project Managers to monitor and address overdue Work-in-Progress (WIP) and Accounts Receivable balances.
• Interpret and apply project contract terms, billing requirements, and financial obligations.
• Participate in project kick-off meetings to ensure proper financial setup and compliance.
• Prepare and/or review Project Setup Modification Forms (PSUMF) to ensure project budgets and revenue recognition are aligned with TYLin policies and FASB ASC 606 requirements.
• Provide guidance and training to Project Accounting Assistants and Billers on Deltek Vision project setup, billing terms, and project accounting processes.
• Set up, review, and approve new projects and billing terms entered by support staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual requirements.
• Prepare and review draft invoices and billing packages, including supporting documentation, before submission for management approval.
• Communicate monthly project financial performance, variances, and related issues to Project Managers and assist in resolving discrepancies.
• Prepare Subconsultant Accounts Payable forms and review consultant invoices to ensure proper coding, approvals, and compliance with company procedures.

Benefits

• Extensive medical, disability, and life insurance coverage.
• Continuing education benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Employee assistance program.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.