Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Project Accountant

Cost & Management AccountingUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeSt. Louis, MO, USA$70k - $80k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field is required.
At least 4 years of experience in a financial analyst, project accountant, or similar role within a project-based environment is required.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook is required.

Responsibilities

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 or Vantagepoint, including work breakdown structures, 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.

Desired Qualifications

Experience supporting projects in construction, engineering, or infrastructure is preferred.
Experience with Deltek Vision or Deltek Vantagepoint is a plus.
Familiarity with percentage-of-completion revenue recognition is a plus.

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.

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

About the Company

Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Trilon Group provides infrastructure consulting in transportation, water, and municipal systems in the Mid-Atlantic region. It works by partnering with local governments, municipalities, and private clients to deliver planning, design support, and project management through fee-based engagements, expanding capabilities through alliances with firms like Rinker Design Associates and Wilson Engineers. The company differentiates itself with a platform-style growth approach backed by private equity and a People First culture focused on talent development. Its goal is to expand service offerings and market presence in the Mid-Atlantic by building scalable partnerships and using capital to support growth.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $200M
Headquarters: Denver, CO
Founded: 2021

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