Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Accountant to support project and contract financial management across multiple initiatives. This role is responsible for the full project accounting lifecycle, partnering closely with Project Managers and operational teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, contract compliance, and project financial health. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, collaborative, and comfortable working independently in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the full project accounting lifecycle, including contract setup, budget tracking, invoicing, and financial reporting

Prepare accurate client invoices, support collections, and monitor accounts receivable

Maintain project budgets, review cost and earned value data, and support forecasting and project closeout

Ensure accurate contract documentation, compliance, and financial administration throughout the project lifecycle

Assist with coding and processing accounts payable, timesheets, expense reports, and subconsultant invoices

Partner with Project Managers and internal teams to provide financial insight and resolve project‑related issues

Participate in project reviews and support continuous financial monitoring across multiple projects

Skills

Project accounting, General ledger, Reconciliation, project budgets, invoice reconciliation, accounts payable process, contract administration, earned value, Microsoft office, erp software

Top Skills Details

Project accounting,General ledger,Reconciliation,project budgets,invoice reconciliation,accounts payable process,contract administration

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred)

2-5+ years of project accounting experience

MUST HAVE Engineering/Construction/Architecture Firm background to be considered

Experience with project budgeting, invoicing, and contract administration

Familiarity with earned value management and cost tracking

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools

Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Strong communication skills and ability to partner with Project Managers

Proven discretion handling confidential information

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brentwood, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n
• Medical, dental & vision\n
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n
• Short and long-term disability\n
• Health Spending Account (HSA)\n
• Transportation benefits\n
• Employee Assistance Program\n
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brentwood,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 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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