About the Role

The Project Accountant serves as a key financial partner to Project Management, Operations, and Finance leadership, providing strategic financial oversight across assigned projects and business units. This role is responsible for ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, forecasting integrity, and performance visibility, while proactively driving profitability, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This position is fully onsite and plays a critical role supporting operational and financial decision‑making following the departure of the current Project Accountant.

Location: Fully Onsite

Schedule: Full‑Time, Onsite (Monday–Friday)

Bonus: Up to 20% annual bonus potential (based on company and individual performance; not guaranteed)

Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the primary financial point of contact for assigned projects, delivering timely and insightful analysis on revenue, costs, WIP, margins, orders, taxes, and depreciation.Own monthly project close activities, including account analysis, reconciliations, and journal entries in compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.Monitor project cost baselines versus actuals, perform detailed variance analysis, and partner with project stakeholders to address deviations and improve financial outcomes.Lead monthly project forecasting, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and alignment with operational plans.Support the development of annual operating budgets and rolling forecasts, contributing to broader financial planning and strategic initiatives.Maintain and continuously improve documentation related to internal controls, audits, and compliance requirements.Perform labor cost monitoring and productivity analysis, offering actionable insights on workforce utilization and project efficiency.Partner closely with Project Managers and Operations leaders to strengthen financial discipline, improve forecasting accuracy, and enhance cost control practices.Collaborate with the Business Controller and Finance team on ad hoc analyses, reporting, and process improvement projects.Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration.Strong understanding of project accounting, cost control, and financial forecasting principles.Ability to partner cross‑functionally and communicate financial insights effectively.Work EnvironmentFully onsite role (note: most office roles offer limited WFH flexibility; this position does not).Collaborative team within a large organization that maintains a close‑knit culture.Why Join Us (Employee Value Proposition)Competitive compensation with bonus potential up to 20% based on performanceStrong benefits package and internal growth opportunitiesStability of a large organization paired with a collaborative, team‑focused cultureHigh‑impact role with visibility across Finance, Operations, and Project Management

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of New Berlin, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $78000.00/yr.

Benefits: Medical Plan, Dental, Vision, 401k plan with a match from day one, identity theft protection, accident insurance, travel insurance and so much more!\nVacation: 2 weeks of vacation per year (pro-rated for the first year depending on start date). 5-12 years of service, 3 weeks. 13+ years of service, 4 weeks.\nSick Leave: 5 days of Sick Leave per year. Pro-rated the first year after 90 days of service

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Berlin,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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