Project Accountant

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

• Responsible for the finances of projects categorized in the C0 to C2 risk category bracket
• Building and managing relationships with the operations teams to help drive understanding of project financial performance and the management of commercial and financial risks
• Understanding of contracts and how revenue recognition is impacted will be key in this position, as well as providing financial support at bid, set-up, execution, and close-out phases of the project lifecycle
• Monthly accounting cycle responsibilities ensuring that AECOM's monthly accounts are closed out in a timely manner and in accordance with revenue recognition policies

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Partnering with Project Managers, Project Delivery Teams, and Senior Operations Management
• Participate in project review preparation, execution and follow-up
• Project Commercial & Bid Support
• Monitor project performance and key indicators
• Support Business as required in understanding project performance
• Monitor and analyze revenue to ensure proper revenue recognition methods are used
• Understand the commercial and billing requirements of projects, including complex issues
• Assist in providing guidance to Ops teams on the requirements for DoA approvals where business is operating at risk
• Month-end close, including project revenue adjustments, WIP, and loss provision analysis
• Ensure consistent application of accounting standards across all projects in portfolio, and support Ops teams in understanding documentation requirements to support revenue recognition principles and SOX compliance
• Internal and external audit support as and when required

Personal and Behavioral Attributes:

• Collaborates effectively, engages others, and embraces a "best for business" mindset
• Ethical
• Well organized with strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Must be proactive and demonstrate ability to see things through to the end
• Ability to be resourceful, hands-on and work both independently and as part of high-performing team

Qualifications

• 4-5 years' experience as a Project Accountant, Financial Analyst, or Revenue Recognition Accountant, preferably in a multinational
• Demonstrable experience operating in a complex, fast-paced, international business environment.
• Fluent in English (oral and written)
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills essential
• Ability to manage details but also to understand the "big picture"
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Identifies and executes initiatives and continuous improvements
• Extensive operations interface and collaboration
• Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP

Preferred Qualifications

• A formal qualification (AAT, part qualification CIMA/ACCA, Accounting/Business degree) could be an advantage but is not a requirement

Additional Information

We bring together diverse perspectives and trusted expertise — in all areas of infrastructure — to solve urgent, complex challenges for our clients around the world. Guided by our bold Sustainable Legacies strategy and our culture of digital innovation, we create opportunities that make infrastructure more sustainable, accessible and resilient. Safeguarding what's most important: people and our planet.

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.