[Hiring] Senior Project Accountant @NELSON Worldwide

Role Description

NELSON is seeking an experienced Senior Project Accountant to support project financial management, contract administration, billing, and collections across the organization. The Senior Project Accountant is responsible for managing a high volume of invoicing while working in conjunction with Project Accountants, Finance Leaders, and Project Managers to ensure projects are set up appropriately and all invoices sent to the client are accurate and correct.

• Mentor and train Project Accountants.
• Partner with Project Managers on invoicing, collections, forecasting, and unbilled balances.
• Serve as a key resource for resolving billing and project accounting challenges.
• Leverage expertise in Deltek Vantagepoint, contract review, and project accounting.
• Ensure accurate project setup, timely and accurate invoicing, and proactive resolution of outstanding balances.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to Project Managers and Project Accountants.
• Address complex billing issues, contract challenges, and accounts receivable matters.

The ideal candidate brings strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to manage competing priorities, make independent decisions, and drive efficient processes that support project profitability and positive financial outcomes.

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge and ability to use analytical and problem-solving techniques to maximize profitability and achieve positive results.
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, analysis, and spreadsheet capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage teams, complete tasks, and produce deliverables efficiently.
• Strong independent thinking and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally, graphically, and in writing.
• Knowledge and ability to use Deltek Vantagepoint, NELSON Business Insights reporting (Tableau), MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and facilitating virtual meetings.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize tasks as needed to complete within the identified time frame.
• Proficiency in contract administration, additional services management & collections resolution as it relates to consulting partners.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field strongly preferred.
• 8+ years’ experience in a high volume billing department, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

• 401(K) plan with company match.
• Full health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Wellness program with rewards for healthy activities.
• Pet Insurance.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible working schedules and work from home options based on client’s needs.
• Professional Development including discretionary support and reimbursement for registrations, certifications, and membership to a professional organization.