Project Accountant

Project Accountant Waggoner Engineering, Inc. - 3.8 Jackson, MS Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Referral program Qualifications Accounting and finance experience Full Job Description Description Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Project Accountant to join our team. This role supports our continued growth and offers the opportunity to work on (or support) meaningful projects alongside a collaborative, experienced team. You'll have the chance to build your career while contributing to impactful solutions across the communities we serve. The Project Accountant provides support to our Company's Project Managers in managing the financials associated with the project assignments from our clients. This includes recognition of project costs (labor and expenses), assistance in project billing and compilation of backup, forecasting of effort, and budgeting for multiple projects. In most cases, the Project Manager sends external bills from subcontractors and vendors to the Project Accountant for review, approval, processing, and maintenance of records regarding costs and project-related expenses. As a Project Accountant , your duties and responsibilities also include investigating billing issues and overages, as well as forecasting future costs to support the Company's ability to complete the project within budget. Key Responsibilities Communicate with PM's regarding contract documents, change orders and other contract modifications, approvals, and any additional services-related to billing Responsible for preparation and presentation of accurate monthly construction Job Cost Analysis reports Participate in monthly and quarterly project review meetings Prepare final invoice package containing draft and final invoices for all billable projects Send final invoices and waivers to the customer & follow up on client approval / payment Assess and pursue opportunities for maximization of client billing Collaborate with Project Manager to maximize monthly billing amounts Maintain the billing folders for all projects, with all the appropriate documents, including pay applications, waivers, certified payroll reports, vendor invoices, etc Set up new projects, make transfers of employee billable hours and/or expenses, and close jobs including review & investigation of open commitments Prepare billings with all related supporting documentation Recommend and implement agreed process improvements to the billing cycle

Competencies:

1. Financial Management 2. Project Management Concepts 3. Advanced Planning and Thinking 4. Team Performance and Tactful Application of Mutual Accountability 5. Business Acumen 6. Ethical Conduct 7. Technical Capacity 8. Performance Management 9. Intermediate Excel proficiency What you'll need Bachelor's degree in business, financial or related field or equivalent work experience. Three to five or more years of experience in managing an accounting function in a medium- or large-size company. Experience with Deltek Vantage Point (Preferred). #LI-SG1 Why Join Our Team We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including: WEI Incentive Program Healthy Workplace Program Employee Referral Bonus Competitive Health Benefits Career Development and Training Flexible/Hybrid Schedule Community Service Opportunities Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. About Waggoner Waggoner is a multidisciplinary infrastructure and advisory firm focused on transforming communities and advancing the systems that support them. Our teams bring together engineering, science, business, environmental expertise, digital innovation, program delivery, and strategic insight to solve complex challenges facing communities, industries, and governments. We believe infrastructure is more than projects - it is the foundation of resilient communities, economic opportunity, and a stronger future. By integrating technical excellence with environmental stewardship, data-driven insights, and collaborative problem solving, Waggoner helps our clients realize what's possible and delivers solutions that create lasting impact for the people and places we serve. Our culture is built on integrity, accountability, collaboration, and excellence. We empower talented professionals to lead, innovate, and work across disciplines to deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients and communities. Our Vision To be the trusted partner organizations turn to for integrated solutions that strengthen communities, advance infrastructure, and solve complex challenges. Our Mission Transforming communities. To improve the quality of life for our clients, communities, and employees by delivering innovative, resilient, and sustainable solutions that make a lasting difference. Our hiring process Stage 1: Applied Stage 2: Initial Screening Stage 3: 1st Interview Stage 4: Offer Stage 5: Hired