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Project Accountant I

United States, Reston · Job Posted May 30, 2026
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Bowman has an opportunity for a Project Accountant I to join our team in Reston, Virginia. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Job Responsibility

  • Assist with reports on project cost accounting in adherence to company accounting policies and procedures
  • Act as a liaison between operations and many corporate accounting functions including but not limited to accounts payable, payroll, etc
  • Aid in review and analysis of key performance metrics to support operations management and identify continuous improvement processes
  • Assist in identifying, researching, and resolving project issues
  • Reconcile and analyze project cost reports to ensure accurate and timely reporting
  • Assist the Regional Controller to provide various account reports, collections, etc
  • Help coordinate other project billers and project managers in the region to ensure accuracy of project setups and adherence to procedures
  • Update and maintain client's budgets, consultant's budgets, scope, pricing, change orders, and provide evaluation and reporting
  • Assist in tracking project and business operating performance
  • Support project set-up for new projects
  • Aid in management of monthly invoicing process for projects
  • Review vendor and subcontractor invoices process
  • Contact customers concerning past due balances and collect those balances up until 90 days after invoice
  • Aid, as appropriate, the Senior Account Manager in collections efforts after 90 days
  • Prepare, when necessary, accounts with outstanding balances for escalation to Controller and/or General Counsel for follow-up action
  • Assist in preparation of management reporting schedules as it relates to collections and accounts receivable
  • Prepare draft correspondence pertaining to collections and accounts receivables issues
  • Assist with annual financial audit preparation as needed
  • Maintain petty cash accounts reconciliation and daily cash receipts

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent relevant experience preferred
  • Relevant certification (e.g., CMA or CPA) preferred but not required
  • Entry level position, zero to two (0-2) years of corporate accounting experience preferred
  • Prior architecture, engineering, and/or construction account experience preferred
  • Basic knowledge of GAAP
  • Knowledge of Deltek Vision preferred, experience with an ERP system required
  • Must have AP full cycle exposure
  • Previous experience with mergers and acquisitions a plus

What we offer

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
  • Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

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