Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

Are you seeking a career that offers a healthy work-life balance, a friendly company culture, and engagement with a supportive community?

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.  We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. 

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. 

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, please refer to our Enterprise Agreement and www.fairwork.gov.au for more information.

Role Title: Project Accountant

Role Description: The Project Accountant provides technical accounting support throughout the full project lifecycle and works closely with operations and finance teams to ensure accurate financial management, reporting, and compliance.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end project setup, maintenance, and closure, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain rolling forecasts, proactively incorporating risks, scope changes, variations, and project progress.
• Oversee project cost tracking, ensuring alignment with approved budgets and timely identification of variances.
• Prepare and submit client invoices accurately and on time in accordance with contractual terms.
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition in line with US GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Support the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Prepare month-end financial reports and deliver in-depth analysis on project performance, risks, and trends.
• Monitor and manage project balances and key metrics, including Accounts Receivable, Work in Progress (WIP), Deferred Revenue, and Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
• Develop and maintain project dashboards and KPIs to provide clear visibility into financial health and performance.
• Act as a key finance partner to the project team, providing ongoing guidance and support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Liaise effectively with cross-functional teams, clients, and external vendors to resolve financial and operational matters.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, US GAAP, statutory requirements, and SOX controls.
• Support internal and external audits, including documentation, analysis, and issue resolution.

Experience / Preferred Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a finance role, with strong preference for project‑based environments
• Demonstrated expertise in project accounting, including cost tracking, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Advanced technical proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Excel, with hands‑on experience using macros, Power Automate, Power Query, and Power BI
• Exposure to sustainability accounting and/or joint venture invoicing is advantageous but not essential
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to manage and influence diverse stakeholders

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.