Project Accountant Jobs in Atlanta, GA
Project Accountant jobs in Atlanta are concentrated in Midtown, Buckhead, and the Cumberland-Galleria corridor, with strong demand from construction, real estate development, and infrastructure firms. Employers hiring right now include Gilbane, ARCO Companies, and Newcomb & Boyd. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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NELSON is seeking an experienced Project Accountant to support our project teams and Finance leadership. The Project Accountant is responsible for managing a high volume of invoicing while working in conjunction with Senior Project Accountants, Finance Leaders and Project Managers to ensure projects are set up appropriately and all invoices sent to the client are correct. In this role, you will manage billing activities, support project financial management, and help ensure accuracy and compliance with client contracts and billing requirements. You will partner with Project Managers on invoicing, collections, forecasting, and unbilled balances, and serve as a key resource for resolving billing and project accounting challenges. Leveraging Deltek Vantagepoint, NELSON Business Insights (Tableau), and strong analytical skills, you will help improve financial processes, maximize project profitability, and support positive business outcomes across the firm.
Attributes to support the NELSON Culture:
- Go All In. Own the Outcome. We go all in—with urgency, follow-through, and pride in the result.
- Be Direct. Be Respectful. Be Authentic. We keep it real—with clarity, candor, and care.
- Grow with Purpose. We embrace growth—through learning, coaching, and continuous improvement.
- Think Bold. Execute Smart. We think boldly—and pair ambition with discipline.
- Make Space for Everyone. We value you—and build a culture where people can thrive and do their best work.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Critical features of this job are described under the headings below. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Excellent knowledge and ability to use analytical and problem-solving techniques to maximize profitability and achieve positive results
- Strong critical thinking, problem solving, analysis and spreadsheet capabilities
- Proven ability to manage teams, complete tasks, and produce deliverables efficiently
- Must have strong independent thinking and decision-making skills
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally, graphically, and in writing
- Knowledge and ability to use Deltek Vantagepoint, NELSON Business Insights reporting (Tableau), MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and facilitating virtual meetings
- Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
- Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize tasks as needed to complete within the identified time frame
- Proficiency in contract administration, additional services management & collections resolution as it relates to our consulting partners
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
- Issue a high volume and high complexity of invoices while working in conjunction with Project Managers to ensure all invoices sent to the client are correct and appropriate.
- Proactively manage unbilled time and expenses to ensure all aging balances are addressed by the Project Manager
- Submit all invoices to the clients
- Assist Project Managers with accounts receivable tracking and collection efforts
- Train Project Managers in billing processes and procedures
- Support onboarding of Project Managers
- Notarize documents
- Management of Missing Rates tool
- Assist with Project Review Meetings as needed
- Support Finance Leader as needed
- Point of escalation for billing & project challenges and inquiries
- General accounting support as needed
- Project forecasting
- Other duties may be assigned.
Education / Experience:
- High school diploma required
- Bachelors’ degree in Accounting or related field strongly preferred
- 2+ years’ experience in a high volume billing department, or equivalent combination of education and experience
National Average Salary range: $50,000 – $80,000 (compensation factors are based upon years of relevant experience, qualifications/licensure, education, and location). Additional compensation includes bonuses and benefits. Bonuses can include but are not limited to: Long Term Incentive Plan, Short Term Incentive Plan, Profit Sharing
Benefits of NELSON: (additional benefit details can be found at: nelsonworldwide.com/careers (https://nelsonworldwide.com/careers/))
- 401(K) plan with company match
- Full health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
- Wellness program with rewards for healthy activities
- Pet Insurance
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible working schedules and work from home options based on client’s needs
- Professional Development including discretionary support and reimbursement for registrations, certifications, and membership to a professional organization
NELSON and its related affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability or any other classification protected by law.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
NELSON is seeking an experienced Project Accountant to support our project teams and Finance leadership. The Project Accountant is responsible for managing a high volume of invoicing while working in conjunction with Senior Project Accountants, Finance Leaders and Project Managers to ensure projects are set up appropriately and all invoices sent to the client are correct. In this role, you will manage billing activities, support project financial management, and help ensure accuracy and compliance with client contracts and billing requirements. You will partner with Project Managers on invoicing, collections, forecasting, and unbilled balances, and serve as a key resource for resolving billing and project accounting challenges. Leveraging Deltek Vantagepoint, NELSON Business Insights (Tableau), and strong analytical skills, you will help improve financial processes, maximize project profitability, and support positive business outcomes across the firm.
Attributes to support the NELSON Culture:
- Go All In. Own the Outcome. We go all in—with urgency, follow-through, and pride in the result.
- Be Direct. Be Respectful. Be Authentic. We keep it real—with clarity, candor, and care.
- Grow with Purpose. We embrace growth—through learning, coaching, and continuous improvement.
- Think Bold. Execute Smart. We think boldly—and pair ambition with discipline.
- Make Space for Everyone. We value you—and build a culture where people can thrive and do their best work.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Critical features of this job are described under the headings below. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Excellent knowledge and ability to use analytical and problem-solving techniques to maximize profitability and achieve positive results
- Strong critical thinking, problem solving, analysis and spreadsheet capabilities
- Proven ability to manage teams, complete tasks, and produce deliverables efficiently
- Must have strong independent thinking and decision-making skills
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally, graphically, and in writing
- Knowledge and ability to use Deltek Vantagepoint, NELSON Business Insights reporting (Tableau), MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and facilitating virtual meetings
- Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
- Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize tasks as needed to complete within the identified time frame
- Proficiency in contract administration, additional services management & collections resolution as it relates to our consulting partners
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
- Issue a high volume and high complexity of invoices while working in conjunction with Project Managers to ensure all invoices sent to the client are correct and appropriate.
- Proactively manage unbilled time and expenses to ensure all aging balances are addressed by the Project Manager
- Submit all invoices to the clients
- Assist Project Managers with accounts receivable tracking and collection efforts
- Train Project Managers in billing processes and procedures
- Support onboarding of Project Managers
- Notarize documents
- Management of Missing Rates tool
- Assist with Project Review Meetings as needed
- Support Finance Leader as needed
- Point of escalation for billing & project challenges and inquiries
- General accounting support as needed
- Project forecasting
- Other duties may be assigned.
Education / Experience:
- High school diploma required
- Bachelors’ degree in Accounting or related field strongly preferred
- 2+ years’ experience in a high volume billing department, or equivalent combination of education and experience
National Average Salary range: $50,000 – $80,000 (compensation factors are based upon years of relevant experience, qualifications/licensure, education, and location). Additional compensation includes bonuses and benefits. Bonuses can include but are not limited to: Long Term Incentive Plan, Short Term Incentive Plan, Profit Sharing
Benefits of NELSON: (additional benefit details can be found at: nelsonworldwide.com/careers (https://nelsonworldwide.com/careers/))
- 401(K) plan with company match
- Full health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
- Wellness program with rewards for healthy activities
- Pet Insurance
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible working schedules and work from home options based on client’s needs
- Professional Development including discretionary support and reimbursement for registrations, certifications, and membership to a professional organization
NELSON and its related affiliates are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability or any other classification protected by law.
#LI-MV1
#INDArch
#LI-Remote
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Project Accountant Jobs in Atlanta: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a project accountant job in Atlanta?
Target Atlanta's construction and real estate development firms first, as those sectors drive the highest local demand for project accountants. The Buckhead and Midtown office markets concentrate commercial development employers, while the Cumberland-Galleria corridor draws engineering and infrastructure firms. Candidates with experience in job cost accounting, AIA billing, or construction ERP software like Sage 300 or Viewpoint stand out in Atlanta's competitive market.
Which companies hire project accountants in Atlanta?
Companies currently hiring project accountants in Atlanta include Gilbane, ARCO Companies, and Newcomb & Boyd, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Atlanta's mix of national construction contractors, commercial real estate developers, and engineering firms creates consistent year-round demand for this role across the metro area.
Are there remote project accountant jobs in Atlanta?
Yes, though availability depends heavily on the role, since project accountants in construction and development are often expected on-site or at project locations. About 60% of project accountant openings tied to Atlanta are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most flexibility found in corporate finance and shared-services environments rather than field-facing construction roles.
How can I get a project accountant job in Atlanta with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Atlanta is through a staff accountant or accounts payable role at a mid-size construction or real estate firm, then moving laterally into project cost work. Atlanta's active commercial development market means smaller general contractors regularly hire entry-level accounting staff and promote from within. A working knowledge of job costing concepts and exposure to construction billing software will accelerate that transition considerably.
Which industries hire the most project accountants in Atlanta?
Atlanta project accountant roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Atlanta's sustained commercial construction pipeline, major infrastructure investment, and strong commercial real estate activity keep demand for project accountants consistently high across those sectors.
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