BCT Partners - Project Accountant
BCT Partners - Project Accountant
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About BCT
We harness the power of expertise and innovation to solve complex social problems transform lives and create lasting change.
BCT is a management consulting firm that tackles complex social problems through data analytics innovative solutions and program management. We believe complex issues are best solved through collaboration. As a result we employ a multidisciplinary approach that combines domain expertise research evaluation technology organizational development and a passion for change.
To learn more about how we live our values of Ubuntu (I am because we are) and our mission go to our website and follow us on social media.
the Role
The Project Accountant is a key member of BCTs Finance and Accounting team responsible for supporting the financial and operational management of the organizations project portfolio. This position involves entering and maintaining accurate project data in the Unanet system assisting with budgeting and invoicing processes and contributing to financial reporting. The Project Accountant collaborates with senior finance staff and Project Managers to ensure that project financials are properly tracked and aligned with contractual and organizational requirements.
How You Contribute to the Team:
Unanet Systems Management
Set up and maintain project codes in the Unanet management system.
Set up and administer resource and project data including labor categories organizational units and staffing data.
Develop project plans and assignments within Unanet.
Troubleshoot issues related to project setup and timekeeping.
Track and report subcontractor invoices and timekeeping data.
Validate and ensure quality control of contract budgets and agreements.
Project Budget Management
Establish standards for ongoing budget and resource tracking across BCT projects.
Generate monthly and quarterly reports on project health budget status and resource allocation.
Schedule and facilitate monthly project check-in meetings with Project Managers.
Coordinate with the Accounting department and Project Managers on contract modifications affecting budgets deliverables scope or billing.
Monitor alignment between project budgets and actual resource utilization.
Invoicing and Compliance
Prepare and review invoices for accuracy compliance and required documentation.
Coordinate invoicing processes involving subcontractors and cost-reimbursable components.
Ensure adherence to special invoicing instructions and funder-specific requirements.
Collaborate with Contracts and Accounting teams to support timely and accurate financial reporting.
Perform these and other reasonable tasks as assigned by management in support of BCTs goals and objectives.
What You Bring to the Table:
As no individual candidate meets every qualification we encourage candidates who meet most of these requirements to apply!
Educational Requirements:
Bachelors or advanced degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
Comparable knowledge and skills building through professional experience may be a sufficient substitute for a degree.
Experience Requirements:
35 years of relevant experience particularly in grants or grants management.
Experience with Unanet or similar government contracting Enterprise Resource Planning solution including full project set-up and reporting is greatly desired.
Skills and Expertise:
Understanding of basic accounting principles and terminology.
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively to solve problems and manage change.
Strong organizational and project coordination skills; able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Able to meet job requirements while working in a remote work environment.
Effective interpersonal skills with the proven ability to collaborate and build relationships with clients partners staff contractors and others.
Communication Skills:
Proven ability to effectively communicate to various audiences when speaking and in writing.
Must be able to communicate collaborate and interact with colleagues in a remote work environment; must participate in virtual meetings appear on camera as needed and contribute to meeting content as required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook Word Excel and PowerPoint); experience with SharePoint and desirable.
Experience with video meetings/conferencing (e.g. Zoom Adobe MS Teams).
Ability to adapt quickly to new applications.
There are multiple factors considered in determining final pay for a position including but not limited to relevant work experience skills certifications and competencies that align to the specified role geographic location education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
BCT offers a competitive total compensation package that for this position includes a base salary between $80000 and $90000 along with a generous benefits package. BCTs benefits include heavily subsidized medical dental and vision coverage fully vested 401k plan with company match company-paid life and disability insurance plans paid family leave and a generous paid time off policy.
This is a remote position located in any of the fifty United States or Washington DC. Though we do have staff in all four time zones this role will be expected to work Eastern Time business hours. We support and encourage a strong staff community leveraging virtual communication tools and collaborative work practices. The African philosophy of Ubuntu (I am because we are) is an overarching value that influences our leadership and interactions.
Beware of fraudulent job postings using BCT Partners name & logo. Legitimate BCT communication will only come from or emails not free commercial services like Gmail or WhatsApp. BCT Partners will never request payment-related details or advancement of money during the application process. All open BCT jobs are easily accessible via our website Careers page which includes a link to our open jobs list and job application system. If in doubt about any position or potential offer please follow up with our team: If you receive suspicious emails from someone posing as BCT Partners that ask for payment or personal information contact us immediately at If you believe you are the victim of a scam contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
BCT Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race color religion sex national origin disability military and/or veteran status or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. BCT will recruit hire train and promote qualified individuals in all job titles and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race color religion sex military and/or veteran status or disability in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 which require affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. BCT Partners does not discriminate on the basis of national origin or citizenship status as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. If you are interested in applying and require special assistance or accommodations due to a disability please contact Human Resources at
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
