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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Role Purpose

The Team Lead – Project Accounting is a hands-on leadership role responsible for the day-to-day delivery, quality, and performance of a team of a team of Project Accounting professionals. This role combines direct people leadership with active involvement in financial operations, ensuring work is completed accurately, on time, and in line with AECOM's standards and client expectations.

The Team Lead serves as the primary point of escalation for the team, coaches individual performance, and partners with senior management to translate strategic priorities into daily execution.

Key Accountabilities

Team Leadership & People Management

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of a team of Project Accountants, fostering a high-performance and supportive team culture.
• Set clear expectations, provide regular feedback, and support individual development and career growth.
• Conduct performance check-ins and contribute to formal review processes.
• Act as first point of escalation for team queries, workload issues, and day-to-day challenges.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and knowledge transfer for new team members.

Financial Operations & Quality

• Oversee the team's day-to-day project accounting activities including revenue recognition, cost tracking, WIP, billing, and receivables.
• Review team output for accuracy and completeness, ensuring compliance with IFRS, U.S. GAAP, and internal control standards.
• Handle complex transactions or judgment calls that require senior review before escalating further.
• Support month-end close activities, ensuring team deadlines are consistently met.
• Identify and flag financial risks or anomalies to the Senior Manager in a timely manner.

Performance & Service Delivery

• Monitor team KPIs and SLA adherence, taking prompt action when targets are at risk.
• Maintain visibility of workload distribution and capacity, proactively resolving bottlenecks.
• Coordinate with stakeholders (Project Managers, Finance Business Partners) to resolve queries and ensure responsive service delivery.
• Contribute to team-level reporting and prepare inputs for performance reviews.

Process Improvement & Standards

• Identify opportunities to improve team workflows, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Ensure consistent application of global processes, controls, and documentation standards across the team.
• Support implementation of process changes and system updates, acting as a change champion within the team.
• Share knowledge and best practices to build team capability and reduce key-person dependencies.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure team adherence to internal controls, audit requirements, and SOX obligations.
• Support audit preparation and internal review processes by providing accurate documentation and evidence.
• Escalate compliance concerns promptly and follow up on resolution.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent) preferred or in progress.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in project accounting, finance operations, or a related field, ideally within a multinational or project-based environment.
• Prior experience leading or mentoring a small team, whether formally or informally.
• Background in Engineering, Design, and Construction (ED&C) or professional services is advantageous.
• Exposure to shared services or global delivery models is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Solid understanding of project accounting principles and revenue recognition (IFRS 15 / ASC 606).
• Working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks (SOX awareness).
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms.
• Proficient in Excel; confident handling and reviewing financial data.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.

Leadership Competencies

• KPI-Driven Performance Management
• Change Leadership & Transformation
• Operational Excellence at Scale
• Complex Problem Solving & Financial Judgment
• Results Orientation with Strong Governance Discipline

Personal Attributes

• Organised and delivery-focused, with the ability to manage competing priorities across a team.
• Approachable and supportive leader who takes ownership of team outcomes.
• Collaborative mindset with a genuine interest in developing others.
• Comfortable raising issues and proposing solutions in a constructive way.
• Aligned with AECOM's values of inclusion, integrity, and continuous improvement.

• This role is on a night shift schedule
• This role requires you to be in the office 3x per week

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, and service recognition awards.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.