What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Accountant position at VHB?
Overview
ABOUT THE POSITION
VHB is currently seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Project Accountant to join our Regional Finance team. In this role, you will provide critical support in managing the financial aspects of engineering projects. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work remotely from the East Coast and/or an office alongside a team of dedicated professional engineers, scientists, planners, and designers. Our team collaborates with both public and private clients across industries such as transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy, as well as federal, state and local governments.
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 seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Senior Project Accountant to join our Regional Finance team. In this role, you will provide critical support in managing the financial aspects of engineering projects. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work remotely from the East Coast and/or an office alongside a team of dedicated professional engineers, scientists, planners, and designers. Our team collaborates with both public and private clients across industries such as transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy, as well as federal, state and local governments.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and process client invoices and contract documents
- Maintain client and subconsultant contracts
- Assist with project setup and budgeting, including review of contract compensation and billing methods
- Maintain accurate project financial records and billing files
- Provide internal and external support related to tracking and collection of project accounts receivable
- Coordinate with subconsultants and vendors regarding accounts payable
- Research and resolve client inquiries related to invoicing
- Support the Finance team and Project Managers with additional finance and contract related tasks as needed
- Solid knowledge of accounting, finance, and billing principles, methods, and procedures
- Strong computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong project, client, and time management skills
- Exceptional problem solving, critical thinking, customer service, and organizational abilities
- Self-starter who can independently identify and pursue solutions with minimal direction
- Ability to adapt to new tasks, work assignments, and diverse personalities
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with strong attention to detail
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Management, or equivalent field
- 4 years of relevant experience (preferably in an Engineering, Architecture or Construction environment)
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint a plus
- Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina or Florida location preferred
- 10% travel required for collaboration and business support (our expectation would be a physical office visit for 2 days per quarter or as required by the needs of the business)
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.