Project Accountant
On-site St. Louis Full-time Mid-level Accounting
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at Trilon Group. St. Louis · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $79,000–$121,450.
Estimated pay
Trilon Group has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
$79,000 – $121,450
What the middle half of mid-level accounting roles in St. Louis paid, among postings that did state a salary.
Worked out from 5 postings that stated pay, median $83,399. Last updated Nov 13, 2026.
RoleAccounting
SeniorityMid-level
LocationSt. Louis
WorkplaceOn-site
EmploymentFull-time
PostedAug 5, 2026
Role brief
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What you'll do
- Guide project finances from initial setup through closeout, helping project managers monitor budgets and forecasts
- Track costs and revenue, investigate variances, and share analysis on project performance, trends, risks, and profitability
- Maintain project records in Deltek, including budgets, billing terms, contract details, and revenue recognition settings
- Calculate monthly percentage-of-completion revenue and prepare client invoices that follow contract terms
- Review contract changes and billing details with project teams, clients, and subcontractors; support audits with documentation
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, economics, or a related area
- At least four years in financial analysis, project accounting, or a similar role on project-based work
- Strong working ability with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Who this fits
This role suits someone experienced in project-based finance who can balance detailed accounting work with support for project managers and other stakeholders. The position is onsite in St. Louis.
From the employer
Gonzalez Companies is a partner managed firm that provides comprehensive Planning, Design, and Construction Management Services to large and small Water, Sewer and Utility Districts; Departments of Transportation; and municipalities. We are currently seeking a Financial Analyst to join our team in St. Louis. If you’re hungry for knowledge, ready to make a difference and dedicated to providing personalized attention to our clients, we want you on our team.
The Project Accountant plays a key role in supporting the financial success of construction and project-based work by providing analytical, financial, and administrative support to Project Managers and leadership. This role is responsible for project setup, budgeting, forecasting, revenue recognition, contract administration, and billing support to ensure projects are executed efficiently, accurately, and profitably.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and stakeholders.
The Project Accountant plays a key role in supporting the financial success of construction and project-based work by providing analytical, financial, and administrative support to Project Managers and leadership. This role is responsible for project setup, budgeting, forecasting, revenue recognition, contract administration, and billing support to ensure projects are executed efficiently, accurately, and profitably.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and stakeholders.
- Support Project Managers with financial oversight across assigned projects from startup through closeout.
- Assist with the preparation, monitoring, and maintenance of project budgets and forecasts.
- Track project costs and revenue, analyze variances, and provide insight to support profitability and decision-making.
- Perform financial analysis related to project performance, trends, and risk.
- Set up and maintain projects in Deltek (Vision/Vantagepoint), including work breakdown structures (WBS), budgets, billing terms, revenue recognition setup, and contract details.
- Ensure project financial data is accurate, timely, and compliant with internal policies and contract requirements.
- Support monthly revenue recognition, including percentage-of-completion calculations.
- Prepare and issue client invoices in accordance with contract terms and approved billing formats.
- Coordinate with clients, project teams, and subcontractors to ensure timely and accurate billing.
- Assist with contract reviews, modifications, notices, and correspondence as required.
- Work closely with Project Managers, finance teams, clients, and subcontractors to support project financial health.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and contractual requirements.
- Assist with internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation and support as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
- 4+ years of experience in a financial analyst, project accountant, or similar role within a project-based environment.
- Experience supporting projects in construction, engineering, or infrastructure preferred.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Experience with Deltek Vision or Deltek Vantagepoint is a plus.
- Familiarity with percentage-of-completion revenue recognition is a plus
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