LHH Recruitment Solutions
Project Accountant
Location:
Hybrid in Seattle, WA Contract Type:
Contract-to-Hire Compensation:
Competitive market rate (Estimated range: $80,000-$95,000 annually DOE)
LHH Recruitment Solutions
is seeking an experienced
Project Accountant
for a hybrid contract-to-hire opportunity in
Seattle, WA . This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and proactive professional who enjoys working closely with operations and project management teams to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting across multiple projects. The Project Accountant will play a critical role in maintaining project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls to support strategic business goals. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all financial aspects of assigned projects, ensuring accurate setup, billing, and reporting
Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and actual costs to identify variances and support corrective actions
Prepare and review project financial reports and dashboards for management review
Collaborate with project managers to ensure proper cost allocation and revenue recognition
Maintain project contracts, change orders, and billing schedules in the accounting system
Manage billing cycles, including progress billing, milestone billing, and time & materials invoicing
Reconcile project-related general ledger accounts and ensure accurate month-end close
Assist with project audits and compliance documentation
Track project cash flow, analyze profitability, and support forecasting processes
Work with cross-functional teams (finance, operations, procurement) to improve project accounting processes
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in project or job cost accounting
Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles and GAAP
Proficiency in Excel and project-based ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Deltek, NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle)
Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across teams
CPA or PMP certification a plus
Schedule: Hybrid work model (3 days onsite in Seattle, 2 days remote per week)
Benefits: LHH Recruitment Solutions benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
If you are interested in this or other job opportunities available through LHH Recruitment Solutions, please submit your resume today at www.LHH.com!
Pay Details:
$80,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year
Search managed by:
Cheyenne Wong
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www-uat.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Location:
Hybrid in Seattle, WA Contract Type:
Contract-to-Hire Compensation:
Competitive market rate (Estimated range: $80,000-$95,000 annually DOE)
LHH Recruitment Solutions
is seeking an experienced
Project Accountant
for a hybrid contract-to-hire opportunity in
Seattle, WA . This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and proactive professional who enjoys working closely with operations and project management teams to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting across multiple projects. The Project Accountant will play a critical role in maintaining project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls to support strategic business goals. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all financial aspects of assigned projects, ensuring accurate setup, billing, and reporting
Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and actual costs to identify variances and support corrective actions
Prepare and review project financial reports and dashboards for management review
Collaborate with project managers to ensure proper cost allocation and revenue recognition
Maintain project contracts, change orders, and billing schedules in the accounting system
Manage billing cycles, including progress billing, milestone billing, and time & materials invoicing
Reconcile project-related general ledger accounts and ensure accurate month-end close
Assist with project audits and compliance documentation
Track project cash flow, analyze profitability, and support forecasting processes
Work with cross-functional teams (finance, operations, procurement) to improve project accounting processes
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in project or job cost accounting
Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles and GAAP
Proficiency in Excel and project-based ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Deltek, NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle)
Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across teams
CPA or PMP certification a plus
Schedule: Hybrid work model (3 days onsite in Seattle, 2 days remote per week)
Benefits: LHH Recruitment Solutions benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
If you are interested in this or other job opportunities available through LHH Recruitment Solutions, please submit your resume today at www.LHH.com!
Pay Details:
$80,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year
Search managed by:
Cheyenne Wong
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www-uat.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.