Project Accountant

Overview
The Project Accountant is responsible for managing the financial aspects of projects from setup through completion. This role ensures accurate project budgeting, cost control, revenue recognition, WIP management, and profitability reporting while partnering closely with the Project Management team. The position requires strong hands‑on experience in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, attention to detail, and a high level of comfort working with technology and financial systems.

Responsibilities

Project Setup & Management

• Create and maintain projects in Microsoft Business Central, including project structure and financial setup
• Support item creation in Business Central to ensure proper financial, inventory, and project tracking
• Maintain accurate project records throughout the project lifecycle

Project Budgeting & Cost Control

• Develop and manage project budgets in Business Central
• Perform regular project cost reviews in collaboration with the Project Management team
• Monitor actual costs versus budget and investigate variances
• Support forecasting and cost‑to‑complete analysis

Revenue Recognition & WIP

• Perform revenue recognition in accordance with accounting standards and company policy
• Manage Work‑in‑Progress (WIP), including monthly calculations, reconciliations, and reporting
• Ensure alignment between project progress, costs incurred, and recognized revenue

Reporting & Profitability

• Prepare project profitability reports, including margin analysis and variance explanations
• Provide clear financial insights to Finance leadership and operational stakeholders
• Support month‑end close activities related to projects, WIP, and revenue

Billing, Invoicing & Credits

• Prepare and process customer invoices and credit memos
• Review and process vendor invoices and vendor credits, ensuring proper coding and project allocation
• Coordinate with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable to support accurate and timely processing

Inventory & Commissions

• Manage project‑related inventory activity, including inventory movements outside of standard PO/SO workflows
• Support inventory reconciliation and project costing accuracy
• Calculate and support sales representative commission reporting and accruals Systems & Technology
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (required)
• Strong Excel skills and comfort working with financial systems and reports
• Technology‑savvy, with the ability to learn new systems and improve processes
• Demonstrate the behaviors that support FLō’s Success Profiles to activate strategic priorities, client touchpoints, and culture with disciplined execution and accountability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• CPA Student or CPA designation
• Experience in project accounting or a project‑based financial environment
• Experience with Power BI and JET Reports
• Strong understanding of project budgeting, WIP, revenue recognition, and profitability analysis

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Project Managers and cross‑functional teams
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Clear and professional communication

Conditions of Employment

• Permanent full-time employment
• Ability to work from home with a home-based office
• Valid passport: able to travel across North America

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please forward your resume in confidence to careers@systemsflo.com

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only candidates selected for an interview are contacted. No agencies, please.