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Project Accountant

Beacon Hill
Columbia, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 3/31/2026 CLOSED ON 8/7/2026

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Project Accountant - Columbia, MD

Overview
Beacon Hill Financial has partnered with a client in Columbia, MD in their search for a Project Accountant to join their team. This fully onsite role supports project-based accounting functions, with a focus on billing, accounts receivable, and contract administration. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and process a high volume of client invoices, including supporting documentation and billing reports.
  • Manage accounts receivable, including tracking aged receivables and following up on outstanding balances.
  • Partner with project managers to resolve billing questions and ensure accurate project setup.
  • Review contracts and assist with contract administration, including preparing subcontracts and client documentation.
  • Manage subcontractor invoices and coordinate related billing activities.
  • Respond to client inquiries and resolve billing discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Maintain project records, including job setup, certificates of insurance, and required client reports.
  • Support monthly reporting and other ad hoc accounting and administrative tasks.

Qualifications

  • Accounts receivable and billing experience preferred, ideally in a project-based environment.
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to read and understand contract language.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.


California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


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Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.


Benefits Information:


Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.


We look forward to working with you.

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