Project Accountant

Hayward Tyler

. Prepare and administer billings in accordance with contract terms and cost principles set forth in Title 48, Part 31.

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • Vermont • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project accounting, billing processes, and financial reporting, with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance with contract terms. Proficient in managing accounts receivable and collaborating across departments to enhance financial operations.

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Project AccountingCost-Plus BillingAccounts Receivable ManagementMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Project Cost TrackingBilling PreparationFinancial ReportingInvoice SupportContract Funding ManagementReconciliationDatabase QueriesKPI DashboardsCost-Reimbursable BillingFixed-Fee Calculations

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

BillingCollectionsFinancial ForecastingContract AdministrationManufacturing Experience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and administer billings in accordance with contract terms and cost principles set forth in Title 48, Part 31.
Respond to TerraPower invoice questions, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate resolutions.
Track and report invoice submissions, approvals, rejections, and resubmissions.
Follow up on overdue balances and escalate payment delays or disputes.
Research short payments, deductions, disputed charges, and unapplied cash; coordinate resolution and accurate application of customer receipts.
Develop working relationships with TerraPower accounts payable and contract personnel to facilitate invoice approval and payment.
Track project costs, billing progress, contract funding, and financial forecasts.
Review monthly activity for accuracy, proper coding, contract eligibility, and supporting documentation.
Monitor costs incurred, billed and unbilled costs, fixed fees, and remaining contract funding; identify variances and billing issues.
Prepare billing trackers, monthly billing reports, accounts receivable aging, collections reports, and management schedules.
Support cash flow forecasting, project financial reviews, contract modifications, and management reporting.
Complete billing, reconciliation, and project accounting activities within month-end close deadlines.
Maintain financial records, supporting schedules, and audit documentation.
Identify process improvements in billing, collections, reporting, and accounting.
Collaborate with Finance, Contract Administration, Project Management, and other departments.
Perform special projects and other duties assigned by the Controller.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
Experience in accounting, project accounting, accounts receivable, customer billing, or collections; manufacturing experience preferred.
Experience with cost-plus, cost-reimbursable, or other project-based contract billing strongly preferred.
Understanding of project cost tracking, fixed-fee calculations, invoice support, contract funding, and accounts receivable management.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, and financial reporting; experience with ERP systems preferred.
Experience with Database Queries and KPI Dashboards preferred.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a customer-focused approach to resolving billing questions.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet strict deadlines, and coordinate effectively across departments.
Strong work ethic, professional judgment, accountability, and commitment to accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.