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Strategic Employment

Project Accountant

Strategic Employment, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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About the Job Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA (Hybrid: also open to LA or Portland) | Compensation: $70,000–$85,000 base + full benefits

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative, project-driven environment? Seeking a Project Accountant to join our award-winning firm. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys partnering closely with project managers, ensuring financial accuracy, and contributing to meaningful projects that celebrate history, culture, and design.

You’ll play a vital role in supporting our architectural, planning, and conservation teams—helping ensure projects stay on track financially while maintaining excellence in client service.

What You’ll Do

Manage accounting functions for assigned architectural and planning projects from setup to closeout

Prepare and process client invoices, vendor invoices, and subcontractor payments accurately and on schedule

Track and reconcile project budgets, change orders, and compliance documents

Generate and review reports such as A/R, job cost summaries, and contract status updates

Partner with project managers to monitor project financial performance and provide data-driven insights

Support project audits, compliance reporting, and other financial analyses as needed

Contribute to continuous improvement of accounting processes and communication between departments

What We’re Looking For

3+ years of project accounting experience

Strong understanding of project billing, job costing, and contract compliance

Proficiency in Deltek Ajera or Vantagepoint (or similar ERP systems)

Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills

Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication abilities

A proactive mindset and ability to work independently within a small, collaborative accounting team

Must be a U.S. citizen or hold valid work authorization

Why Join

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, 401k, PTO)

Hybrid flexibility and supportive, people-first culture

Opportunity to work on culturally significant architectural and preservation projects

Collaborative team that values creativity, sustainability, and community impact

If you’re passionate about numbers, design, and making an impact on meaningful projects, we’d love to hear from you.

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Compensation Compensation:

$70,000-$85,000 per year

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