Project Accounting Specialist

Job Summary

CECO is a leading, environmentally focused diversified industrial company, delivering innovative solutions that protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment worldwide. With more than 150 years of history and deep application expertise, CECO serves a broad range of industries, including air, water, and energy transition markets. Our legacy began in 1869 with the founding of the Dean Brothers Pump Company, addressing high-temperature pumping challenges. A century later, Claremont Engineering was established, evolving into CECO Environmental. Today, CECO proudly encompasses over 20 trusted brands, each committed to providing solutions that safeguard people, the environment, and industrial operations. 

 

As part of the CECO Environmental family of brands, Kemco Systems plays a critical role in delivering specialized water solutions that protect both people and the environment. By joining our team, you’ll contribute to our shared mission of protecting global industrial operations and shaping the future of environmental stewardship. 

 

The Project Accounting Specialist is responsible for managing the financial performance of projects, ensuring accurate accounting, billing, and reporting while supporting compliance with organizational and industry standards. This role plays a critical part in tracking project profitability, ensuring timely milestone invoicing, and providing management with actionable financial insights.

 

Your Responsibilities will be:

• Oversee classification, invoicing milestones, and accounting for all jobs and job costs.
• Maintain and organize documentation to support customer billing and compliance with internal controls.
• Prepare and issue milestone billing and associated documentation accurately and on time.
• Conduct regular analysis of job performance, including revenue recognition, work-in-process calculations, and profitability assessments.
• Generate detailed financial reports (e.g., Project Cost Reports, Budget vs. Actuals) to support inquiries from management and clients.
• Prepare and record journal entries as required to support accurate accounting.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS) and internal policies in all financial reporting and processes.
• Collaborate with project managers and operational teams to track project budgets and identify cost variances.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies in project accounting and recommending solutions.

 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a focus on job costing, project accounting, or construction accounting.
• Proficiency in financial software systems (D365 or SAP preferred).
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and data analysis.

 

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Exceptional analytical skills for identifying trends and discrepancies in financial data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to process improvement.

 

Travel Requirements: no

 

ADA Requirements:   

Positions in this function typically require typing, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.   

• Concentrated mental and/or visual attention. The work involves performing complex tasks to very close accuracy and quality specifications, or a high degree of hand and eye coordination for sustained periods.  

• The job is typically performed under comfortable working conditions; any disagreeable elements are generally absent during normal performance of job.  Visits to our manufacturing facility and suppliers’ facilities is required to monitor active projects and address design issues.  

• Compliance with company attendance standards.   

 

 

We Offer: 

We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and much more.  

At CECO, we are committed to a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a