What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accountant position at VHB?
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITION
VHB is currently looking to hire a Project Accountant to join our New England Regional Finance team. This position is hybrid out of our Providence, RI office.
Responsibilities
Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.
When You Join VHB, You’ll Find
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
ABOUT THE POSITION
VHB is currently looking to hire a Project Accountant to join our New England Regional Finance team. This position is hybrid out of our Providence, RI office.
Responsibilities
- Preparation and processing of client invoices including agency workbooks; cover letters; progress reports
- Maintaining records of billing terms as necessary, including rate tables
- Maintain certain client portal access for invoice uploads
- Review and processing of subconsultants invoicing relative to project requirements
- Accounts receivable collection assistance
- Assistance with research & resolution of client questions related to invoicing and payments
- Additional tasks as assigned
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced deadline-oriented environment
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Must be self-motivated with ability to think critically and solve problems as they arise
- Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications and Adobe Acrobat
- Team oriented with ability to perform multiple tasks independently in a timely manner and collaborate effectively & positively with coworkers
- Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Management, or equivalent experience
- 0-4 years of related accounting, finance, billing, or equivalent experience (preferably within the AEC industry)
- Knowledge of Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint or other similar financial applications a plus
Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.
When You Join VHB, You’ll Find
- Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
- A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
- Support to grow your skills and lead through change
- Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
- Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment
VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.