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OPINION
Making the most of Deltek
Outsourced accounting helps AEC firms boost efficiency, reduce risk, improve visibility, and scale financial operations strategically.
M ost AEC firms today find themselves asking the question: how do we use our time, talent, and technology more effectively? With the increasing complexity of managing projects, clients, and adhering to financial standards, firms often find that their accounting function becomes stretched – or even stagnant.
Lisa Lee
That’s why more AEC firms are turning to outsourced accounting services, not as a stopgap, but as a long-term strategy for improving operations, gaining financial clarity, and maximizing their Deltek investment. THE EVOLVING ROLE OF ACCOUNTING IN AEC FIRMS. Accounting in AEC firms is far more than back- office number crunching. From project budgeting and revenue recognition to meeting all financial requirements and forecasting, the accounting function directly supports firm performance and leadership decision-making. Yet many firms struggle to keep up. It’s not uncommon for firms to rely on a lean accounting team, or even a single person, to manage their entire finance function. But when that person takes a new job, retires, or simply can’t keep up with the increasing demands, the result can be late
reports, limited insights, and a growing risk of costly errors. Even firms with strong internal teams can reach a ceiling when it comes to maximizing Deltek’s capabilities. Achieving the maximum return on investment requires not only accounting knowledge but also in-depth expertise with project-based financials, timekeeping, workflows, and reporting structures that are unique to the AEC industry. UNDERSTANDING THE VALUE OF OUTSOURCING. Outsourced accounting doesn’t mean giving up control. In fact, for many firms, it’s a way to regain control by ensuring that the right processes, people, and expertise are in place to support the business. Here’s how outsourcing can directly benefit firms using Deltek Vision or Vantagepoint:
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THE ZWEIG LETTER AUGUST 4, 2025, ISSUE 1596
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