Project Accountant​/Billing Specialist

Position: Project Accountant / Billing Specialist
Location: Indianapolis

USI Consultants, Inc., an Indiana based civil engineering and surveying firm, employs an outstanding group of civil engineers, surveyors, right-of-way specialists, construction inspectors, Planners, Landscape Architects, technicians, and designers, and client representatives. Cities, counties, state and federal agencies, other engineering firms, private developers and businesses are among the many that rely on USI to successfully complete their projects.

When you join USI, you will be joining a fast-growing company that cares about your success. Our team is dedicated to maximizing your potential and focused on delivering quality customer service. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and rewarding our growing team. USI strives to make a difference - in our company and in our community. Working with us you will feel valued, challenged, and appreciated.

Role Overview

• Supports project financial performance, client billing, and accounts receivable in a professional services environment

• Partners closely with Project Managers on budget tracking, fee utilization, and financial analysis

• Designed as a growth role, with a clear path toward project budget management leadership within ~5 years

Pay Range: $70K - $90k annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Core Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Project Managers to:

• Monitor project budgets, labor, expenses, and burn rates

• Track fee utilization and identify financial risks or variances

• Prepare accurate, timely client invoices (primarily time & expense-based)

• Manage accounts receivable follow-up and resolve billing issues professionally

• Support month-end close, project financial reporting, and internal controls

• Contribute to improvements in project accounting and billing processes

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent experience

• 4-8 years in project accounting, billing, or A/R (ideal)

Traits for Success

• Financial judgment and analytical thinking

• Clear communicator with non-financial staff

• Ownership mindset with attention to detail

• Comfortable operating in a deadline-driven environment

Growth & Career Path

• Role intentionally evolves beyond transactional billing

• Increasing responsibility for project budget oversight and financial leadership

• Expected progression toward a project budget management leadership role based on performance

Reporting & Environment

• Collaborative, professional services setting

• Firm culture emphasizes quality, responsiveness, and long-term employee development