Project Accounting Team Lead AMER

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Job Description

Responsible for leading and managing a team of Project Accountants to support the AECOM GBS business, ensuring accurate project accounting is achieved and in compliance with relevant GAAP, regulatory practices and company policies and procedures.  

The Project Accounting team is responsible for the financial administration of AECOM projects with a C3, C2, C1 risk classification. The Project Accountant will have an assigned portfolio and assist operations teams from project set up to project closure. The Project Accountant will have responsibility for project revenue recognition, including month end close activities, interacting with operational teams. Primary responsibilities align with the use of Oracle and AECOM systems and ensure company compliance with SOX.

The Team Lead will manage a team of Project Accountants. 

Key Responsibilities

• Line Management
  • Supervision, motivation and guidance of Project Accounting team members
  • Mentor and develop Project Accountants, driving effective team performance & engagement
  • Promote a positive team culture
  • Manage team resource levels and minimize voluntary turnover 
• Interface with Business
  • Develop strong working relationships and communicate effectively with Operational Finance Team
  • Work alongside other towers operating within the GBS, representing the local Project Accounting function 
  • Provide advice and support to operational teams where required
• Quality checks
  • Measures and ensures the accuracy of Project Accounting activities by validating key process steps before final approval, enabling error prevention, process consistency, and support accurate financial reporting 
  • The accuracy review is conducted for Project Setup, Project Modification, EACs and Month-End Process performed by the team
  • Each process is reviewed weekly in real time, and is performed in alignment with the standardized checklist for each process
  • Any detected error is addressed to the Project Accountant and is corrected before the final approval, minimizing stakeholder impact
  • Emphasizes prevention over detection, reducing escalations and audit risks
  • Consolidates the accuracy results into the monthly report, for Project Accounting metrics tracking
  • Oversees target compliance and addresses deviations with corrective steps undefined
• Timeliness:
  • Ensures tracking of monthly volume of workflows by each Project Accountant
  • Consolidates the timeliness results into the monthly report, for Project Accounting metrics tracking
  • Oversees target compliance and addresses deviations with corrective steps 
• Project Financial Support
  • Oversee the financial reporting of projects, ensuring financial accuracy and prudent accounting treatment is performed by the Project Accountants 
  • Understand Project Accountant workload and ensure project updates are processed efficiently
  • Escalate complex/material project issues to the UK&I Operational Finance team 
• Manage Project Accounting Month end close
  • Ensure Project Accountants complete month end trackers accurately to ensure correct revenue recognition.
  • Meet month end deadlines to ensure timely reporting and posting of adjustments.
  • Drive the Project Accounting team to follow up on month end revenue events to ensure that appropriate updates are made to the system.   
• Consistency & Standardization of Process
  • Ensure consistent application of accounting standards across Project Accountants
  • Support and execute standard processes within the Project Accounting team
  • Ensure compliance with SOX and internal delegations of authority (DOA) requirements.
  • Document processes and ensure that financial operational activities are executed and delivered as per the standards set by the company 
  • Ensure compliance with SOX and internal delegations of authority (DOA) / approval matrix requirements
  • Internal and external audit support as and when required
  • Special projects and other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

 

• Management /Business/Accounting Bachelors Degree desired. 
• Ability to manage and motivate a diverse workforce
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Background in Finance
• Experience of project accounting, preferably in a multinational
• Flexibility to work on a late shift (3PM - 11PM)
• 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 understand the “big picture”.
• Identifies and executes initiatives and continuous improvements.
• Extensive operations interface and collaboration 

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

 

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, and service recognition awards.

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 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

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.