Project Accountant

Verista, Inc.

. Establish projects in FinancialForce by validating Salesforce data and ensuring supporting documentation is complete and aligned to billing requirements .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project accounting, including contract billing, revenue recognition, and financial reporting. Proficient in utilizing ERP systems and advanced Excel for financial modeling and analysis while ensuring compliance with accounting principles and internal controls.

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Project Accounting ConceptsAdvanced Excel ProficiencyERP Systems ExperienceStrong Reconciliation SkillsFinancial Reporting

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Hard Skills

FinancialForceGeneral Ledger ManagementRevenue RecognitionAccounts ReceivableAccounts PayableProject Lifecycle ManagementBilling ProcessesMonth-End ReconciliationData AnalysisFinancial Variance Resolution

Soft Skills

Critical ThinkingOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailCommunication SkillsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeMS ExcelMS WordMS ProjectMS PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Accounting PrinciplesFinancial ReportingAudit SupportCash ApplicationsCustomer A/P Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish projects in FinancialForce by validating Salesforce data and ensuring supporting documentation is complete and aligned to billing requirements
Complete time and materials, Milestone, and Fixed Fee billing for assigned accounts
Drive collections by tracking invoices, reconciling hours and expenses, resolving discrepancies, and partnering with customer A/P
Track, report, and follow up on unbilled project funding
Monitor and resolve customer credits and overpayments
Validate monthly reporting data and follow up on discrepancies
Process customer write-offs
Perform month-end revenue reconciliation
Support annual audit and pre-audit requests
Manage cash applications by posting receipts, applying payments, and processing discounts and adjustments
Review and process project expense reports and vendor invoices
Prepare revenue and project profitability reports
Ensure compliance with internal accounting controls and A/P and A/R policies
Maintain general ledger integrity through accurate and timely transaction recording
Partner with operations to enhance Salesforce functionality and implement automation
Follow documented accounting processes and support maintenance of training materials
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

B. S. Degree in Business (Accounting or Finance preferred)
Minimum two to five years as a corporate staff accountant
Experience using ERP Systems and report functionality
Advanced proficiency utilizing Excel to develop and maintain complex models
General understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
Know the relationship between project financials and the General Ledger including Revenue, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Unbilled Receivables, Cash accounts, etc.
Understand project accounting concepts, specifically: project funding, contract billing, revenue recognition, and project lifecycle management
Strong reconciliation and analytical skills with the ability to research and resolve financial variances
Exceptional proficiency with MS Office products, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, MS PowerPoint
Word (work with large documents containing tables, TOC, styles, track changes)
Excel (create, modify charts, filter data, use of functions within multiple worksheets)
Detailed-oriented
Critical thinking skills
Proven organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with accuracy and within timeline assigned
Possess excellent oral, written communication skills with the ability to collaborate with fellow colleagues and customers
Experience working in a fast paced, results driven organization
Ability to meet tight deadlines
Ability to adhere to Verista Values

Benefits

Comp & perks

High growth potential and fast-paced organization with a people-focused culture
Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
Medical, Dental & Vision insurances
FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
Health Savings Account
401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
As Needed Sick Time
Tuition Reimbursement
Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
Employee Recognition
Employee Referral Program
Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement