Project Accounting Specialist

Posted 3 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
Lenexa, KS, USA
In-Office
Junior
Professional Services • Consulting • Design
The Role
Processes accounts payable and receivable transactions, reconciliations, collections, invoices, pay applications, and financial reports. Supports project managers with budget revisions, job cost reporting, vendor setup, subcontracts, purchase orders, project documentation, and compliance tracking. Communicates with vendors and customers to resolve discrepancies and payment issues, while providing office administration support.
Summary Generated by Built In

Job: Project Accounting Specialist

Location: Lenexa, KS

Build Your Future with I-Solutions

At I-Solutions, we bring vision to life through collaboration, craftsmanship, and commitment. Our teams are driven by a shared passion for delivering high-quality, safe, and efficient projects that make an impact in the communities we serve.

We’re looking for a Project Accounting Specialist to support accounting and financial activities, including accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, collections, and financial reporting. This blended role also provides project coordination and administrative support to project managers, including coordinating project documentation, processing financial transactions, and maintaining accurate project records.

What You’ll Do
  • Process vendor invoices, expense reports, and vouchers, ensuring accurate entry, approval, and timely payment.
  • Reconcile vendor statements, bank accounts, and balance sheet accounts monthly and prepare standard accounting and activity reports.
  • Serve as a point of contact for vendors and customers to verify financial information, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely, accurate responses.
  • Provide project accounting support to project managers, including processing budget revisions, entering subcontractor pay applications, reviewing vendor invoices, generating client invoices, researching payment inquiries, and running job cost reports.
  • Manage project documentation and controls, including new vendor setup, preparing subcontracts and purchase orders, processing changes, and tracking vendor compliance requirements.
  • Support accounts receivable and collections activities, including monitoring outstanding balances, following up on past-due invoices, and resolving payment discrepancies.
  • Assist with office administration tasks as needed, including coordinating group meetings, office events, conference registrations, and travel arrangements.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Bring
  • Associate’s degree in accounting or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Exposure to accounting or ERP systems such as Deltek ComputerEase or similar platforms preferred.
  • Knowledge of project and general ledger cost accounting principles and practices.
  • Prior experience in the commercial construction industry preferred.
  • Proficiency in accounting software for data entry, reconciliation, and analysis.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to learn and gain proficiency in construction-specific software.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing accounts payable and receivable transactions, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies.
  • Collaborative team player with strong organizational skills and a proactive, self-motivated approach.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
  • Ability to manage emotions under pressure and help resolve conflicts through clear, respectful communication.
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
Travel
  • None
Why You’ll Love Working Here

At I-Solutions, you’ll be part of a team that values integrity, safety, and innovation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life, accident, and disability coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives
  • Paid company holidays, floating holidays, and flexible time off
  • Opportunities for training, professional growth, and advancement
Join Our Team

If you’re a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys supporting project teams and keeping financial records accurate, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and build your future with I-Solutions.

At GBA, we are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer promoting diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.

Skills Required

  • Associate's degree in accounting or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent education and experience
  • Knowledge of project and general ledger cost accounting principles and practices
  • Proficiency in accounting software for data entry, reconciliation, and analysis
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to learn and gain proficiency in construction-specific software
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in accounts payable and receivable processing
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies
  • Strong organizational skills and a collaborative, proactive, self-motivated approach
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a problem-solving mindset
  • Ability to manage emotions under pressure and resolve conflicts through respectful communication
  • Exposure to accounting or ERP systems such as Deltek ComputerEase or similar platforms
  • Prior experience in the commercial construction industry
Am I A Good Fit?
beta
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
HQ: Lenexa, KS
350 Employees
Year Founded: 1969

What We Do

GBA is an architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) services firm that delivers integrated solutions for complex, highly specialized projects across the United States. It traces its origins to George Butler’s 1969 consulting engineering practice and provides architectural and engineering design, construction services, and related technical expertise for clients nationwide. GBA serves federal, industrial, life sciences, mission-critical, municipal, site-development, transportation, and water-environment markets.

Similar Jobs

Matador Solutions Logo Matador Solutions

Customer Success Manager

Agency • Digital Media • Legal Tech • Marketing Tech • Social Media • SEO
Remote or Hybrid
3 Locations
50 Employees
75K-95K Annually

Wipfli Logo Wipfli

Manager, Accounting Advisory Services - Nonprofit Industry Clients

Cloud • Fintech • Software • Business Intelligence • Consulting • Financial Services
Remote or Hybrid
United States
2900 Employees
107K-160K Annually

Corporate Tools LLC Logo Corporate Tools LLC

Account Executive

eCommerce • Legal Tech • Professional Services • Software • Data Privacy
Remote or Hybrid
USA
1200 Employees
19-19 Hourly

Boeing Logo Boeing

Associate Facilities Project Management

Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
In-Office
Wichita, KS, USA
170000 Employees
66K-102K Annually

Similar Companies Hiring

Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP Thumbnail
Legal Tech • Other • Professional Services
New York, NY
1200 Employees
VCA Animal Hospitals Thumbnail
Pet • Professional Services
Los Angeles, CA
35000 Employees
RapidScale Thumbnail
Cloud • Information Technology • Consulting
Raleigh, NC
600 Employees

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account