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• Job Type: Full-Time

We're looking for a Senior Financial & Revenue Accountant with a strong background in accounting and project management services to manage revenue recognition processes for our growing business. The qualified individual brings experience in financial reporting, compliance and knowledge of accounting standards (GAAP including ASC 606), and supporting project profitability analysis. Reporting to the CFO, this role collaborates closely with project managers, billings teams, and senior leadership to track revenue across multiple ongoing contracts.

We offer schedule flexibility, a supportive team that values your contributions, and a mission-driven workplace where your input and collaboration is appreciated.

Benefits

• 401(k) + matching
• Partially ESOP-owned company (employee-ownership)
• Flexible work arrangements
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• A culture that values creativity, connection, and community

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee revenue recognition for client contracts, applying appropriate methods (e.g., percentage-of-completion, lump sum, cost plus) in compliance with GAAP, ASC 606, and industry-specific regulations for Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) firms
• Prepare and review progress billings, invoices, and accounts receivable, including handling retainage, change orders, and contract modifications
• Perform monthly revenue recognition and work-in-progress (WIP) schedules
• Analyze project revenue streams, and identify variances between budgeted and actual revenue
• Assist in month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries for revenue adjustments, accruals, and cost allocations
• Collaborate with project managers to review contract terms, track project completion percentages, and ensure proper billing and revenue alignment
• Support financial reporting by preparing revenue-related schedules, variance analyses, and reports for management and external audits
• Monitor accounts receivable aging, and resolve billing discrepancies
• Contribute to process improvements in revenue tracking systems and software tailored to project-based accounting
• Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements related to revenue
• Entering projects into Vantagepoint system with ongoing attention to contract requirements and compliance
• Serve as back-up to other members of the Accounting team with other duties as assigned according to business needs

What Makes This Role Different?

This is more than an accounting position—it's an opportunity to play a key role in the financial success of meaningful civil engineering projects through accurate, compliant revenue accounting. You'll operate with a high level of autonomy, empowering you to enhance processes, drive efficiencies, and make a measurable impact on the business. As part of a collaborative, flexible, and forward-thinking team that truly puts people first, you'll help shape both our financial outcomes and the story behind our success.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA certification or progress toward CPA preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in revenue accounting, preferably in a professional services, construction, or AEC firm (civil engineering experience a plus)
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Deltek Vantagepoint highly desirable or similar systems experience)
• Advanced proficiency using Microsoft Excel that includes pivot tables, v-lookups, data extraction
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to handle complex, multi-project environments
• Strong communication skills to interface with both financial and non-financial teams (e.g., engineers and project managers)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage deadlines during monthly-end closings.

About Palmer Engineering

Founded in 1969, Palmer Engineering is a 140+ person, partially employee-owned civil and structural engineering and surveying firm dedicated to improving communities through thoughtful, sustainable infrastructure.

Headquartered in Winchester, Kentucky, with 11 offices across Kentucky, Ohio, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Florida, we've successfully completed thousands of projects for government and private clients.

Our expertise spans transportation, bridge and structural design, civil site development, traffic engineering, water resources, and environmental services.

At Palmer, we're passionate about designing and improving the infrastructure that connects communities and enhances quality of life. You'll join a collaborative, innovative, and people-first team that values professional growth, mentorship, and making a meaningful impact every day.

Palmer Engineering Company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.