Project Accountant

TRC’s client in Alpharetta, a leader in energy infrastructure, is hiring a Project Accountant.

This role supports both capital and reimbursable (cost-plus / contract-based) projects, partnering closely with Project Managers, internal stakeholders, and external clients (commercial and government). The position plays a key role in ensuring accurate cost tracking, billing, and financial reporting across active projects.

This is a strong opportunity for someone early in their accounting career to gain hands-on experience with project accounting, contract billing, and reimbursable work in a stable, growth-oriented environment.
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Key Responsibilities:
•    Manage accounting activities for capital and reimbursable projects 
•    Prepare, review, and submit client invoices tied to contract terms (cost-plus, T&M, etc.) 
•    Track project costs and ensure proper allocation and billability 
•    Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close (4-day close cycle) 
•    Perform general ledger activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations 
•    Handle fixed asset accounting (unitizations, retirements, reclasses, capital vs. expense) 
•    Partner with Project Managers and stakeholders to ensure accurate billing and timely collections 
•    Assist with ad hoc reporting, analysis, and system/process improvements 
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Required Qualifications:
•    2–3+ years of experience in project accounting, general ledger, or similar accounting role 
•    Experience working within an ERP system (Oracle, SAP, or similar) 
•    Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) 
•    Experience with reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close 
•    Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes 
•    Effective communication skills with ability to interact cross-functionally 
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Preferred / Nice to Have:
•    Experience with reimbursable, cost-plus, or contract-based billing 
•    Ability to read and interpret contracts for billing and cost recovery 
•    Exposure to government-funded or infrastructure-related projects 
•    Experience in project-based environments (construction, utilities, engineering, etc.) 
 

TRC is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law