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Senior Project Accountant

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We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Accountant to join our team in San Francisco, California. This is a contract to permanent position, offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to financial strategy while supporting project management within a detail oriented services environment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting, balancing project accounting responsibilities with firm-wide financial planning and analysis.

Job Responsibility:

  • Serve as a financial advisor to studio leaders and project managers, providing insights and guidance on budgeting and forecasting
  • Collaborate with internal teams to support multidisciplinary project development and maintain open lines of communication
  • Oversee project accounting tasks, including budget creation, cost tracking, and financial health assessments
  • Review and ensure compliance of financial terms in customer and supplier contracts
  • Manage monthly billing cycles, client communications, and subcontractor invoice reconciliations
  • Prepare detailed financial reports on project performance and overall firm-level metrics
  • Conduct variance analyses to compare budgeted versus actual figures and assist in project closeouts
  • Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, optimize fee structures, and enhance operational efficiency
  • Mentor and support finance team members to strengthen their skills and abilities
  • Partner with IT teams to improve financial systems, such as Deltek Vision or Oracle, for better data accuracy and usability

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • A minimum of 5–7 years of experience in project accounting, FP&A, or finance within detail-oriented services
  • experience in the A/E/C industry is preferred
  • Proficiency in financial systems such as Deltek Vision or Oracle
  • experience with Oracle implementation is a plus
  • Advanced Excel skills, with familiarity in BI tools or dashboard platforms considered a bonus
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to meet deadlines effectively
  • Excellent leadership and communication abilities to engage with diverse stakeholders
  • Experience in international finance is highly desirable
  • Demonstrated ability to refine financial controls and optimize workflows for improved accuracy and efficiency

Nice to have:

  • Experience in the A/E/C industry
  • experience with Oracle implementation is a plus
  • familiarity with BI tools or dashboard platforms considered a bonus
  • experience in international finance is highly desirable
What we offer:
  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan
  • free online training

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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