Project Accountant

LMI

. Supports a variety of project accounting functions for a portfolio of programs.

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $52,000 - $88,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project accounting functions, including invoice generation and project setup for various contract types, while effectively communicating complex information to stakeholders. Proficient in managing sensitive information and supporting business systems transformation initiatives within a government contracting environment.

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Bachelor's DegreeDeltek Costpoint 7Project AccountingGovernment Contract TypesMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Project Accounting FunctionsInvoice GenerationAccounts ReceivableContract ManagementProject Controls

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationExcellent Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailAbility to Manage Competing Priorities

Industry Keywords

Government ContractingFirm Fixed Price (FFP)Fixed Price Level of Effort (FPLOE)Time and Materials (T&M)Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF)Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF)

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supports a variety of project accounting functions for a portfolio of programs.
Works closely with the Contracts Department and Business Units to support finance and accounting requirements.
Completes project setup for CPFF, T&M, FFP, FFP/LoE, and indirect projects.
Generates invoices and supports the billing submittal process, including backup documentation and online web-based invoice submission.
Supports the close-out process.
Supports other project accounting tasks.
Handles sensitive, proprietary, and confidential material using discretion and judgment.
Develops solutions to solve problems and supports LMI’s Business Systems Transformation initiative.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum of 5 to 7 years of relevant professional experience.
Experience with Deltek Costpoint 7.
Experience in accounts receivable, accounting, contracts, or project controls within a government contracting environment.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Working knowledge of government contract types, including Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Fixed Price Level of Effort (FPLOE), Time and Materials (T&M), Cost Plus Award Fee (CPAF), Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), and hybrid contracts.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interpret, simplify, and effectively communicate complex or technical information to stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment while managing competing priorities and consistently meeting high performance expectations.
Excellent organizational skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.