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I2X Technologies is seeking a Project Cost Accountant to support ongoing activities at our corporate office in Littleton, CO. This position will be onsite for 60 days, and hybrid thereafter. Target Start date mid-late March.
- Manage project-level accounting for government contracts in accordance with FAR, CAS, and company policies.
- Track, reconcile, and report project costs, including labor, materials, subcontractors, and indirect expenses.
- Review and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders for accuracy, funding availability and contract compliance.
- Ensure purchases align with contract terms, approved budgets, forecasts and cost variance analysis.
- Coordinate with Program Managers on project budgets, forecasts, and cost variance analysis.
- Monitor contract funding, burn rates, and ceilings, alert leadership to potential overruns.
- Prepare and support monthly project billings (cost-plus, T&M, or fixed-price as applicable).
- Assist with incurred cost submissions, audits, and government inquiries (e.g., DCAA)
- Reconcile project accounting data with the general ledger.
- Maintain documentation to support audit readiness and internal controls
- Collaborate with contracts, business unit and finance teams to resolve discrepancies.
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting
- 5+ Years of accounting experience with purchasing, procurement, or PO processing.
- Significant hands-on experience with purchasing, procurement, or PO processing.
- Working knowledge of FAR and cost allowability principles.
- Experience with project accounting and job costing.
- Advanced proficiency in accounting systems and Excel.
- Strong Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience supporting audits (DCAA or similar) preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively with program, contracts, and businiess unit teams.
- Government contractor ERP experience preferred.
Essential Requirements:
US Citizenship is required.
In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the annual base salary range for this position is listed . Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. I2X Technologies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to work station. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/ stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be required to repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. Manual and finger dexterity are essential to this position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, depth perception and telling differences among colors. The employee must be able to communicate through speech with clients and public. Hearing requirements include conversation in both quiet and noisy environments. Lifting may require floor to waist, waist to shoulder, or shoulder to overhead movement of up to 20 pounds. This position demands tolerance for various levels of mental stress.
I2X Technologies is an Engineering and Information Technology Company focused on providing Services to the Federal and State Government. I2X offers a competitive compensation program and comprehensive benefits package to our employees.
I2X Technologies is seeking a Project Cost Accountant to support ongoing activities at our corporate office in Littleton, CO. This position will be onsite for 60 days, and hybrid thereafter. Target Start date mid-late March.
- Manage project-level accounting for government contracts in accordance with FAR, CAS, and company policies.
- Track, reconcile, and report project costs, including labor, materials, subcontractors, and indirect expenses.
- Review and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders for accuracy, funding availability and contract compliance.
- Ensure purchases align with contract terms, approved budgets, forecasts and cost variance analysis.
- Coordinate with Program Managers on project budgets, forecasts, and cost variance analysis.
- Monitor contract funding, burn rates, and ceilings, alert leadership to potential overruns.
- Prepare and support monthly project billings (cost-plus, T&M, or fixed-price as applicable).
- Assist with incurred cost submissions, audits, and government inquiries (e.g., DCAA)
- Reconcile project accounting data with the general ledger.
- Maintain documentation to support audit readiness and internal controls
- Collaborate with contracts, business unit and finance teams to resolve discrepancies.
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting
- 5+ Years of accounting experience with purchasing, procurement, or PO processing.
- Significant hands-on experience with purchasing, procurement, or PO processing.
- Working knowledge of FAR and cost allowability principles.
- Experience with project accounting and job costing.
- Advanced proficiency in accounting systems and Excel.
- Strong Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience supporting audits (DCAA or similar) preferred.
- Ability to communicate effectively with program, contracts, and businiess unit teams.
- Government contractor ERP experience preferred.
Essential Requirements:
US Citizenship is required.
In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the annual base salary range for this position is listed . Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. I2X Technologies considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly sit, walk, stand and climb stairs and steps. May require walking long distance from parking to work station. Occasionally, movement that requires twisting at the neck and/or trunk more than the average person, squatting/ stooping/kneeling, reaching above the head, and forward motion will be required. The employee will continuously be required to repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. Manual and finger dexterity are essential to this position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, depth perception and telling differences among colors. The employee must be able to communicate through speech with clients and public. Hearing requirements include conversation in both quiet and noisy environments. Lifting may require floor to waist, waist to shoulder, or shoulder to overhead movement of up to 20 pounds. This position demands tolerance for various levels of mental stress.
I2X Technologies is an Engineering and Information Technology Company focused on providing Services to the Federal and State Government. I2X offers a competitive compensation program and comprehensive benefits package to our employees.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project accountant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as Deltek, SAP, Oracle, or Sage
- Experience with job cost accounting and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition
- Strong knowledge of budget management, forecasting, and variance analysis
- CPA certification or active progress toward CPA licensure
- Familiarity with contract billing methods including time-and-materials and fixed-price
Tips for Your Project Accountant Job Search
Quantify project cost outcomes on your resume
Hiring managers for project accountant roles want to see numbers tied to outcomes. Replace vague duties with specifics: budget sizes you managed, variance percentages you caught early, or cost savings you documented. Concrete figures make your resume stand out in applicant stacks.
Highlight your ERP and project management tools
Project accountants are screened heavily on software fluency. Call out platforms like Deltek, Sage 300, SAP, or Oracle in your resume's skills section and within job descriptions where you used them. Matching the exact tool names in the posting gets you past automated filters.
Target industries with long project billing cycles
Construction, defense contracting, and architecture firms hire project accountants most consistently because their revenue cycles are long and complex. Filter your search by these sectors first. Roles there tend to require deeper cost-to-complete and percentage-of-completion accounting knowledge, so lead with those skills.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists project accountant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a technical accounting scenario in interviews
Most project accountant interviews include a scenario round where you walk through a budget variance or job cost reconciliation problem. Practice explaining how you'd handle an over-budget project mid-cycle, including how you'd document it, communicate it, and correct the forecast.
Negotiate using project scope and workload data
When negotiating an offer, ask about the number of active projects you'd support simultaneously and the total contract values involved. Use that scope to anchor a compensation conversation. Firms managing high-value or multi-year contracts routinely pay more for accountants who can handle complexity at scale.
Project Accountant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most project accountants?
The companies hiring the most project accountants right now include Gilbane, Jobot, and HDR, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Construction firms, engineering consultancies, and government contractors consistently represent the largest share of demand for this role.
How many project accountant jobs are remote?
About 30% of project accountant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though the share varies by industry. Roles focused on financial reporting, invoicing, and budget reconciliation tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions tied to on-site construction or field operations typically require in-person or hybrid presence.
How do you become a project accountant?
Start with a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, then gain foundational experience in general ledger, accounts payable, or cost accounting roles. Move into project-specific work by targeting employers in construction, engineering, or government contracting, where job cost accounting is central. Earning your CPA and learning industry-standard ERP platforms like Deltek or Sage accelerates advancement into senior project accountant roles.
Can you get a project accountant job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level project accountant roles exist, particularly at mid-size construction and engineering firms that train internally. Emphasize coursework in cost or managerial accounting, any internship exposure to project billing or job costing, and proficiency in Excel or an ERP system. Applying to staff accountant roles at project-driven companies is a common path in before transitioning into a dedicated project accountant title.
What does the project accountant interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter or HR screen focused on your accounting background and software experience, followed by a technical interview with a controller or finance manager. Expect scenario-based questions on budget variance analysis, cost-to-complete calculations, and how you'd handle a billing dispute with a client. Some employers add a short skills assessment using Excel or their project accounting platform before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to project accountant jobs?
You can find and apply to project accountant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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