Job Description
Qualifications
This position requires a strong understanding of accounting standards, project cost management, forecasting, and the ability to perform a variety of financial analyses
The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, able to balance detailed accounting work with broader financial analysis to support decision-making and ensure project success
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
At least three (3) years in a Finance or Accounting role
Must have experience with Excel with strong organizational and analytical skills
Must be a self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship
Benefits
Pay: $64,000 - $101,000
The base salary range for this position in VA at the start of employment is expected to be between $64,000 and $101,000 per year
However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations
Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits
The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors
Responsibilities
The Project Accountant will play a critical role in overseeing project accounting activities and providing in-depth financial analysis
Tracks and reports project costs, revenues, and performance metrics against forecasts
Performs monthly closing activities, including journal entries
Reconciles project-related accounts and resolves discrepancies promptly
Facilitates monthly cost review meetings to communicate financial results to project managers and other departmental leaders
Generates and reviews invoices for government contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with FAR and other regulations
Collaborates with project managers to forecast financial performance and provides recommendations for improvement
Supports internal and external audit requirements, as needed
Conducts detailed financial analyses, including variance analysis, profitability, and cash flow
Prepares short and long-term cash forecasts
Supports the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders
Participates in the preparation and review of budgets, cost estimates, and pricing models for proposals and new contracts
Performs other duties as assigned
Job description
At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.
BWXT is currently seeking a Project Accountant for its Lynchburg, VA location!
The Project Accountant will play a critical role in overseeing project accounting activities and providing in-depth financial analysis. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting standards, project cost management, forecasting, and the ability to perform a variety of financial analyses. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, able to balance detailed accounting work with broader financial analysis to support decision-making and ensure project success.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
• Tracks and reports project costs, revenues, and performance metrics against forecasts.
• Performs monthly closing activities, including journal entries.
• Reconciles project-related accounts and resolves discrepancies promptly.
• Facilitates monthly cost review meetings to communicate financial results to project managers and other departmental leaders.
• Generates and reviews invoices for government contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with FAR and other regulations.
• Collaborates with project managers to forecast financial performance and provides recommendations for improvement.
• Supports internal and external audit requirements, as needed.
• Conducts detailed financial analyses, including variance analysis, profitability, and cash flow.
• Prepares short and long-term cash forecasts.
• Supports the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Participates in the preparation and review of budgets, cost estimates, and pricing models for proposals and new contracts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• At least three (3) years in a Finance or Accounting role.
• Must have experience with Excel with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship.
Pay: $64,000 - $101,000
The base salary range for this position in VA at the start of employment is expected to be between $64,000 and $101,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.
As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.
BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf
This position requires a strong understanding of accounting standards, project cost management, forecasting, and the ability to perform a variety of financial analyses
The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, able to balance detailed accounting work with broader financial analysis to support decision-making and ensure project success
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
At least three (3) years in a Finance or Accounting role
Must have experience with Excel with strong organizational and analytical skills
Must be a self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship
Benefits
Pay: $64,000 - $101,000
The base salary range for this position in VA at the start of employment is expected to be between $64,000 and $101,000 per year
However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations
Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits
The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors
Responsibilities
The Project Accountant will play a critical role in overseeing project accounting activities and providing in-depth financial analysis
Tracks and reports project costs, revenues, and performance metrics against forecasts
Performs monthly closing activities, including journal entries
Reconciles project-related accounts and resolves discrepancies promptly
Facilitates monthly cost review meetings to communicate financial results to project managers and other departmental leaders
Generates and reviews invoices for government contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with FAR and other regulations
Collaborates with project managers to forecast financial performance and provides recommendations for improvement
Supports internal and external audit requirements, as needed
Conducts detailed financial analyses, including variance analysis, profitability, and cash flow
Prepares short and long-term cash forecasts
Supports the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders
Participates in the preparation and review of budgets, cost estimates, and pricing models for proposals and new contracts
Performs other duties as assigned
Job description
At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.
BWXT is currently seeking a Project Accountant for its Lynchburg, VA location!
The Project Accountant will play a critical role in overseeing project accounting activities and providing in-depth financial analysis. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting standards, project cost management, forecasting, and the ability to perform a variety of financial analyses. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, able to balance detailed accounting work with broader financial analysis to support decision-making and ensure project success.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
• Tracks and reports project costs, revenues, and performance metrics against forecasts.
• Performs monthly closing activities, including journal entries.
• Reconciles project-related accounts and resolves discrepancies promptly.
• Facilitates monthly cost review meetings to communicate financial results to project managers and other departmental leaders.
• Generates and reviews invoices for government contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with FAR and other regulations.
• Collaborates with project managers to forecast financial performance and provides recommendations for improvement.
• Supports internal and external audit requirements, as needed.
• Conducts detailed financial analyses, including variance analysis, profitability, and cash flow.
• Prepares short and long-term cash forecasts.
• Supports the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Participates in the preparation and review of budgets, cost estimates, and pricing models for proposals and new contracts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• At least three (3) years in a Finance or Accounting role.
• Must have experience with Excel with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with no dual citizenship.
Pay: $64,000 - $101,000
The base salary range for this position in VA at the start of employment is expected to be between $64,000 and $101,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors.
As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.
BWXT supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Project Accountant position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Lynchburg offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
