Project Accountant
Company: AC Martin Inc
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description AC Martin, Inc. is a dynamic
professional services firm providing superior architectural and
design services for many significant development projects in
Southern California. We foster professional and personal
development and offer prospects for career advancement.
Headquartered in downtown Los Angeles, AC Martin, Inc. is seeking a
hands-on and results-driven individual for a Project Accountant
role. POSITION SUMMARY Provide project-specific accounting support
to ensure projects are set up and maintained in accordance with
client agreements as well as established internal policies and
procedures. The Project Accountant is the front-line liaison with
the client on all project-related invoicing and billing procedures,
as well as with the project manager regarding budgeting contract
fees. Responsible for accurate project setup, facilitation, and
distribution of billings, as well as financial assistance to
project managers and project teams. Preparation and analysis of
weekly reports relating to budgets, projections, and contract
billings, including resolving problems where necessary. ESSENTIAL
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform a variety of complex tasks to
accomplish specific project accounting requirements as outlined by
client agreements, and as outlined by internal processes and
procedures. Tasks included, but are not limited to: Set up and
maintenance of project budgets in accounting database with input
from project managers. Conduct meetings with project managers
and/or Principals on at least a monthly basis to inquire on project
status and update “estimates to complete,” in Deltek (Company’s ERP
system), where necessary. Identify project-related issues to
resolve timely. Monitor financial progress from project initiation
through closeout by tracking budgets, financial projections through
analysis of financial reports. This includes advising project
managers of budgets exceeded by project, phases, and/or discipline.
Ensure all required contract documentation is executed for clients
and sub-consultants and is entered into accounting database
properly. Monitor sub-consultant budgets and submit consultant
invoices for processing to Accounts Payable. Assist project
managers with identifying project differences in revenue
projections, budgets, etc. Processing client billing reviews and
invoices monthly. Collections contact with all clients with
balances over 60-days aged. Act as a point of contact with clients
and sub-consultants, as necessary. Maintenance and updating of
various specific internal company reports. Provide ad-hoc
accounting reports to management team as requested. Assist with
management of overall contract compliance (i.e., certificates of
insurance, assist the Director of Contracts in facilitating sub
consultant contracts), as needed and where applicable. EDUCATION
and/or EXPERIENCE Degree in business or accounting from an
accredited college or university is preferred. Three to five years
of work experience in Project Accounting, Client Billing, or
Contract Administration, a portion of which is experience in A/E/C
industry or service. Knowledge of accounting principles. OTHER
SKILLS Knowledge of MS Office Suite along with prior working
knowledge of integrated accounting systems such as BST, Deltek,
Oracle, etc., is required. Must have excellent organizational
skills and a positive attitude, demonstrating a positive company
image. Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment, tact, and diplomacy in
dealing with internal staff, vendors, contractors, and clients.
Demonstrated self-starter capable of taking initiative and
requiring minimal supervision. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS We offer
career advancement opportunities and an excellent benefits package
which includes: Alternative work schedule of 40 hours per week
based on a 4 ½?day workweek. Hybrid schedule of 3 days in the
office, 2 days working from home, and half-day on Fridays.
Alternative work schedule of 40 hours/week based on a 4 ½?day
workweek. Group Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans with HSA and FSA
options. Company-paid Life and AD&D coverage. 401(k) Savings
Plan. Company paid time off and holidays. Paid monthly parking.
Salary range offered is between $65,000 and $85,000 annually based
on experience and skills. EEO EMPLOYER All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regards to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, marital
status, national origin, disability, or any other consideration
made unlawful by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
Keywords: AC Martin Inc, Laguna Niguel , Project Accountant, Accounting, Auditing , Los Angeles, California
