Project Accountant II – Los Angeles, CA

Project Accountant II – Los Angeles, CA

Full-Time | On-Site | Los Angeles, CA

Why CMTS

Every day at CMTS, our team delivers infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. With over 42 years of industry experience, CMTS has built a strong foundation for continued success, providing project and construction management services to public and private clients nationwide.

We value our employees by fostering a culture of learning, professional development, and collaboration. CMTS is committed to maintaining a work environment that emphasizes safety, integrity, and accountability while supporting work-life balance and employee well-being. Our teams are empowered to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact through the projects we deliver.

About Your Role

The Project Accountant II supports the financial administration and accounting functions of large capital improvement and Bond Program projects. This position is responsible for invoice processing, encumbrance management, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with bond funding requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with Finance and Accounting staff, project teams, vendors, and stakeholders to maintain accurate financial records and support effective program financial management.

Education Requirements

• Associate’s Degree or College Certificate required.
• Additional qualifying experience beyond the minimum requirements may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

What You'll Need to Get the Job Done

• Minimum one (1) year of professional experience in invoice processing, accounts payable, project accounting, or a related financial role.
• Experience reviewing and processing invoices, payment requests, and financial documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Ability to create, analyze, and interpret financial reports and supporting documentation.
• Ability to perform historical trend analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies and inconsistencies in financial records.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with enterprise financial systems, project management information systems (PMIS), or accounting software is preferred.

What You'll Do

• Review Bond Program invoices and encumbrances and process them in accordance with established accounting procedures.
• Assist the Finance and Accounting team with analyses of ongoing financial activity related to the Bond Program.
• Identify discrepancies or inconsistencies in invoice documentation and facilitate timely resolution.
• Ensure invoice and encumbrance entries in PMIS (Proliance) are accurate and supported by appropriate documentation.
• Resolve invoice and encumbrance integration issues between Proliance and Costpoint systems.
• Evaluate payment requests to ensure compliance with applicable bond funding requirements.
• Reconcile financial accounts and escrow bank statements.
• Prepare and process journal entries, debit memos, and credit memos.
• Assist in identifying accounting errors and developing solutions to reduce the risk of recurring discrepancies.
• Develop financial reports and assist with form revisions to improve transparency into Bond Program expenditures.
• Communicate with construction contractors, professional service providers, and vendors regarding financial matters as needed.
• Coordinate with project teams, external stakeholders, and campus representatives regarding cost commitments, invoices, and expenditures.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve invoice payment issues and obtain required approvals and authorizations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Perform additional duties and special assignments as requested by the Finance and Accounting Manager.

What You Can Expect from CMTS

• Opportunities to support high-profile capital improvement and infrastructure programs.
• Collaborative and growth-focused team environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities.
• A culture focused on safety, integrity, accountability, and employee well-being.
• Opportunity to contribute to projects that positively impact communities and public infrastructure.
• Exposure to large-scale program financial management and project accounting operations.

Salary

• $79,000 – $84,000 annually

Compensation is based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other job-related factors.

A bonus may be granted to employees depending on individual performance, employee utilization, attendance, tenure, and furtherance of other non-financial corporate goals; bonus opportunities are available at management’s discretion.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

CMTS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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