We are looking for a Project Accountant to support financial operations for a growing oil & gas consulting firm in Dallas, Texas. This role focuses on maintaining accurate project records, coordinating billing and payroll-related activities, and helping ensure timely reporting across multiple accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, solid Excel skills, and hands-on experience with project-based accounting.
Responsibilities:
- Generate client invoices and review supporting documentation to ensure charges are accurate and complete.
- Examine employee time records and confirm pay and billing data align with approved rates and project requirements.
- Monitor outstanding customer balances, record financial activity, and help maintain accurate accounts receivable information.
- Prepare and submit required tax and benefit-related reports, including sales tax filings and retirement contribution documentation.
- Process payroll information for hourly staff and ensure submissions are completed on schedule.
- Review subcontractor billings against project records and resolve discrepancies before payment processing.
- Reconcile expense transactions and confirm costs are posted correctly within the appropriate project accounts.
- Maintain organized accounting documentation and support consistent recordkeeping across project files.
If interested, please email your resume to Derek Kemp at derek.kemp@roberthalf.c0m
- Experience in project accounting, preferably within real estate, property, or construction-related environments.
- Working knowledge of billing, accounts receivable, and invoice entry processes.
- Ability to review timesheets, validate rate accuracy, and support payroll-related administration.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, reconciliation, and financial reporting tasks.
- Familiarity with subcontractor invoice review and project cost reconciliation.
- Understanding of sales tax reporting and routine contribution or compliance-related filings.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accurate records