Project Accountant

Job Title : Project Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Project Accountant to join our team. This role involves managing financial aspects of projects, ensuring accurate documentation, and collaborating with team members to resolve financial issues.

Responsibilities

Manage client invoicing and collections.

Track and maintain project budgets.

Assist with coding and processing accounts payable (A / P), timesheets, and expense reports.

Ensure accurate contract documentation and administration.

Collaborate with project managers and staff to resolve financial issues.

Perform other related duties as needed.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in accounting, project accounting, general ledger management, and reconciliation.

Experience in month-end processes, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

Competency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills (Pivot Table, Formulas, VLOOKUP), Word, and Outlook.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Self-motivated, well-organized, and detail-oriented.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

High School degree required.

Familiarity with Earned Value Management.

Work Environment

The position is in-office with cubicles, fostering a family environment where everyone helps each other. A laptop will be provided for work. The standard working hours are Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. The company is 100% employee-owned, offering growth opportunities and a supportive, long-tenured team.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, Kentucky.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $40.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lexington,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

About Aston Carter :

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.