United Utility Services

Senior Project Accountant

LocationCanton, MS

About This Job


About Us

At United Utility, we are committed to powering a sustainable future through comprehensive and innovative offerings that support power infrastructure investments across the United States. As the proud parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects, we play a vital role in shaping the future of energy. Our headquarters are nestled in the vibrant city of New Orleans, LA, where the rhythm of progress meets the melody of innovation.


About The Role

Are you ready to make a significant impact on the future of the energy landscape? Are you excited to work with a fast-growing company? We are seeking a Sr Project Accountant to join our team. In this crucial role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring the financial health of our projects. You'll work closely with diverse teams and ensure accurate financial reporting, project cost tracking, budget adherence, and compliance with company policies and industry regulations. As an ideal candidate, you will have strong analytical skills, experience in project accounting, and a solid understanding of utility or construction-related financial processes.


Key Responsibilities

Manage the financial aspects of multiple project budgets and financial forecasts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Perform cost tracking, analysis, and reporting for ongoing projects to prevent overruns.
Prepare and analyze monthly financial reports including variance analysis.
Collaborate with project managers, field operations, and finance team to maintain project cost controls and validate cost allocations.
Ensure revenue recognition aligns with project progress and contract terms (percentage of completion, milestone-based, etc.
Work with billing team to review and approve, subcontractor payments and change orders.
Manage the month end close process, ensure GAAP compliance, and monthly WIP analysis.
Support internal and external audits providing necessary documentation and reconciliations
Assist in Contract reviews to ensure financial terms align with company objectives.
Contribute to process improvements and efficiency initiatives within the finance team.


Key Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
A minimum of 3 years of experience in project accounting or a related role.
Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting.
Highly proficient in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros)
Strong understanding of accounting principles and regulations.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.


Key Nice-To-Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation.
Graduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience in the utility or energy sector.
Familiarity with SAGE 300 and project management software.


Key Info

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain stationary for long periods of time; communicate verbally and nonverbally, perform fine motor, hand, and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to move about the office environment with the ability to utilize all office equipment.


At United Utility, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all qualified applicants. Join us in shaping a sustainable future through innovation and expertise. Your journey starts here.

If you're ready to make a significant impact and contribute to a brighter energy future, apply now! We look forward to welcoming you to our dynamic and inclusive team.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at


Phone: 704-887-4925


Email: support@unitedutility.com


Equal Opportunity Employer is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.


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