Project Accountant - Cost Analyst

AECOM
San Diego
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 23 - 39.5 hourlyFunction: Finance & AccountingExperience: 2+ yearsEducation: high_schoolSkills: ["Detail-oriented","Analytical","Organizational","Communication","Collaboration"]

Support project financial operations and contract compliance for transportation/infrastructure programs by reviewing and validating Time & Material (T&M) reports. Audit labor rates, material charges, and billing documentation against contract terms, resolve discrepancies with project and operations teams, and maintain accurate cost tracking and financial records. Use Microsoft Excel to produce tracking logs and reporting summaries, ensuring internal controls and client invoicing processes stay on track in a deadline-driven environment.

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Project Accountant - Cost Analyst

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Job Summary

Support project financial operations and contract compliance for transportation/infrastructure programs by reviewing and validating Time & Material (T&M) reports. Audit labor rates, material charges, and billing documentation against contract terms, resolve discrepancies with project and operations teams, and maintain accurate cost tracking and financial records. Use Microsoft Excel to produce tracking logs and reporting summaries, ensuring internal controls and client invoicing processes stay on track in a deadline-driven environment.
Location: San Diego
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Finance & Accounting
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Review and validate Time & Material (T&M) reports and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and contractual compliance.
  • •Audit labor rates, material charges, and billing documentation to ensure alignment with contract terms and approved project requirements.
  • •Verify backup documentation and identify discrepancies, omissions, or inconsistencies for resolution.
  • •Assist with project accounting activities including cost tracking, reporting, and financial documentation.
  • •Coordinate with project teams, operations personnel, and accounting staff to resolve billing and reporting issues and maintain organized financial records.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 23 - 39.5 hourly
Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVisionLife InsurancePaid LeaveRetirement SavingsEquity

Key Requirements

  • •High school diploma with 2 years of relevant experience (or equivalent education/experience).
  • •Must be able to pass MVR check.
  • •Must be able to pass drug and alcohol screening.
  • •Knowledge of accounts payable, project accounting, cost control, and financial reporting practices.
  • •Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and the ability to perform analytical, detail-oriented review work.
Experience:2+ yearsConstructionCost managementProject accountingProject financial operationsTransportation infrastructure
Education:High School
Skills:Detail-orientedAnalyticalOrganizationalCommunicationCollaboration
Languages:English
Tech Stack:Microsoft Excel

Company Brief

AECOM
AECOM is a global infrastructure firm providing design, consulting, construction, and management services across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy sectors, delivering large-scale projects for public- and private-sector clients worldwide.
Industry: Civil Engineering
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Los Angeles, United States
Founded: 1990
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