Project Accountant Process Lead

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Job Description

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As the Senior Project Processing Lead, you will be responsible for the financial administration of projects across all business lines and project delivery teams, acting as the Finance representative on the project team.

The Senior Project Processing Lead will act as the senior project accounting expert in their geography and will assist in communicating and enforcing AECOM policy and best practice, and will have overall responsibility for project revenue recognition, including month end close activities.

You will be responsible for ensuring the knowledge is transferred from the local finance team and documented for the projects you will take over responsibility for ensuring a smooth transfer of service.

How you'll make a difference

• Act as a Business Partner with Project Managers (PM) and project delivery teams.
• Being available to the PM and Project Delivery teams to advise on finance issues
• Attendance on portfolio overview meetings with Ops management
• Monitor project performance and key indicators.
• Early identification and understanding of movements in project portfolio KPI's to help inform Ops teams of potential financial risks/opportunities
• Compute and check Revenue recognition calculation to ensure Accuracy, Completeness, and Compliance to policy.
• Is able to explain revenue recognition principles to non-finance staff
• Ensuring revenue recorded on the project(s) at month end is in line with revenue recognition rules
• Understand the commercial and billing requirements of the projects, including complex issues.
• Work with the project teams to understand any specific billing and payment requirements of contracts
• Consistency Responsibilities
• Advise on the consistency of approach for the identification of Work/Work projects
• Advise on the application of non standard cost rates
• Month end close, including project revenue adjustments, WIP (Work in Process) and loss provision analysis.
• Complete month end trackers accurately to ensure correct revenue recognition

Qualifications

The qualities that help you thrive

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

• Business/Accounting/Engineering Bachelors Degree desired.
• Qualified Accountant with designation preferred
• 6+ years of experience of project accounting desirable, preferably in a multinational engineering firm
• Demonstrable experience operating in a complex, fast paced, international business environment.
• Excellent communications skills in both written and spoken English.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of accounting standards and procedures and internal controls.
• Previous experience in process migration/transition is preferred.
• Experience working in Shared Services or BPO is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in cross-cultural, virtual team environments.

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.