Project Accountant

4 weeks ago

Watertown, United States Simpson Gumpertz and Heger Inc Full time
Do you want to help engineer what's next?

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients' most complex challenges. We leverage our collective and diverse experience, technical expertise, and industry knowledge of structures and building enclosures, advanced analysis, code consulting, and applied science & research to deliver unrivaled, comprehensive solutions that drive superior performance. With more than 750 employees in nine office locations throughout the United States, SGH's industry-leading teams constantly seek to advance the meaning of what's possible.

Work Arrangement: This position is eligible to be in-office, remote, or hybrid based out of our Waltham, MA office location.

We want someone passionate about providing best-in-class accounting support

The Project Accountant is responsible for maintaining and managing finances for Project Managers and Principals across all offices at SGH.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Serve as accounting and finance resource for technical professionals on assigned projects.
  • Review contracts and other project documents for financial and reporting requirements.
  • Work closely with project managers and principals to ensure accuracy and proper accounting for job costs and earnings.
  • Generate invoices and supporting documentation based on contract terms and input from project managers and principals.
  • Manage collection of accounts receivable and reconciliation of cash receipts.
  • Prepare ad hoc reports and provide detailed and timely financial information to project managers, principals, and company management.
  • Monitor and analyze progress against budget and make recommendations to improve project performance.
  • Verify subcontractor and vendor invoices to ensure adherence to contract terms.
  • Advise on accounting best practices and act as authority on and within the context of GAAP and the firm's internal accounting policies and procedures.
  • Maintain accounting files and records.
What You'll Need
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management preferred.
  • 3+ years of practical experience in general accounting, accounts payable, or accounts receivable preferred.
  • AEC industry experience or understanding a plus.
  • Government contracting and procurement experience a plus.
  • Experience with Deltek Vision a plus.
  • Detail oriented and organized with a commitment to responsiveness, follow through, and customer service.
What makes careers at SGH so special?

The only way to advance is to question and explore. Every member of the SGH team is both a learner and an educator, committed to advancing ourselves, our teams, and our industry. Together we are creating a community that never settles for what is, but always seeks what could be.

There are many reasons to love SGH.
  • Our Work: Our clients trust us to bring clarity and deliver outstanding solutions for their most complex projects.
  • Our People: We are bold thinkers and compassionate teammates, committed to lifelong learning and professional growth.
  • Our Commitment: We live with integrity and embrace an obligation to give back to our professions and communities.
  • Our Contribution: We offer a comprehensive and rich compensation and benefits package with company-paid and voluntary programs to help build healthy lifestyles, strong relationships, and future prosperity.


SGH® is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we value diversity in our workforce. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all job applicants and employees. We consider all qualified applicants and encourage individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply. If the application system is not accessible to you, or you need a reasonable accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email jobs@sgh.com

Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand, and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, mouse, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level.

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