PROJECT ACCOUNTANT

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Classification:

Full-Time |

Finance & Project Operations Location:

Alpharetta, GA (Corporate Office / Regional Field Office)

Reporting To:

Operational Accounting Manager / Finance Leadership

MANDATORY APPLICANT SURVEY

To be considered for this position, please complete our required pre-employment survey prior to or immediately following your application submission:

POSITION OVERVIEW

Southern Design Companies is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant in Alpharetta, GA to manage our revenue cycle, support field operations, and ensure high-standard financial administration. We will train the right candidate on our specialized processes. If you are looking for a stable role with high standards and clear room to grow, we offer a supportive team environment where your organizational and analytical skills can shine.

OUR CORE VALUES

Self-Motivated & Resourceful:

Fast-paced, adaptable, and dedicated to delivering 100% effort on every task—regardless of scale. Committed to

Excellence:

Thorough, diligent, and detail-oriented with a servant-leadership mindset.

Customer First:

Grounded in our core mission: serving our customers and external partners daily.

Disciplined & Accountable:

Accountable to ourselves, our team, our company, and our clients.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Revenue Cycle & Financial Operations Manage the full-cycle project revenue process: create sales orders, issue client progress invoices, process incoming payments/checks, and maintain active collections. Input, process, and audit sales orders and billing data within QuickBooks and project management platforms. Monitor project accounts for accuracy, billing timeliness, and resolution of payment discrepancies. Field Operations & Customer Coordination Serve as the administrative link between field project managers and corporate accounting to verify project scope, job costs, and scheduling updates. Communicate scheduling, logistics, and billing details directly with customers, proactively resolving operational or administrative issues. Organize, maintain, and audit centralized digital customer project files to guarantee data integrity. Workflow Optimization & Administrative Support Maintain structured, efficient workflows across multiple digital and enterprise software platforms. Coordinate cross-functional data retrieval between sales, estimating, field staff, and executive leadership. Execute additional financial and operational accounting duties as assigned by leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS

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SKILLSRequired Qualifications:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required (Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred).

Software Proficiency:

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data tracking, formatting, basic functions) and general digital platform fluency.

Soft Skills:

High level of punctuality, dependability, attention to detail, and a positive, team-first attitude.

Communication:

Clear, professional written and verbal English communication skills (Bilingual fluency in English/Spanish is a plus). Preferred /

Desired Qualifications:

Direct experience utilizing QuickBooks (or similar mid-tier accounting ERPs). Prior exposure to project-based accounting, job costing, or design-build/field operations. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills with a track record of meeting strict financial deadlines.

COMPENSATION & TOTAL REWARDS

Competitive base pay with performance bonus potential Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage (Employer-contributed medical with optional dental & vision) Financial Wellness Program (401(k) retirement plan with corporate match) Employer-funded Life Insurance (with voluntary Supplemental, Cancer, and Accidental options) Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Holidays Phone Allowance / Reimbursement Clear opportunities for internal career growth and professional development

Pay:

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance

Work Location:

In person