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KPFF Consulting Engineers · 6 hours ago

Project Accountant

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an engineering design firm dedicated to innovative, sustainable engineering. As a Project Accountant, you will collaborate with project managers to manage financials, issue invoices, and ensure project budgets are maintained.

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Responsibilities

Issue timely, accurate invoices in close coordination with project managers
Monitor project budgets and burn rates; flag potential overruns or billing issues early
Ensure financial integrity through precise coding, thorough documentation, and reconciliations
Produce monthly WIP and revenue reports that drive accurate recognition and forecasting
Support month-end close with journal entries, reconciliations, and project-level analyses
Develop and share financial metrics that reveal project performance trends
Offer clear, approachable financial guidance to project teams across offices
Drive consistent project setups and ERP practices through cross-functional collaboration
Convert financial data into actionable insights that help leaders make informed decisions
Identify and implement process improvements that enhance accuracy and team efficiency

Qualification

Project-based financial managementERP systemsFinancial reportingExcelProcess improvementCommunication skillsDetail-orientedSelf-starter

Required

3–8 years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related field
Background in project-based financial management, including invoicing, accounts receivable, revenue recognition, and subconsultant coordination
Experience with project setup, WIP tracking, and ERP or financial systems
Strong Excel skills; proficient with Word and PowerPoint for reporting and presentations
Ability to explain financial concepts in simple, clear language
Proven record of improving processes and documenting workflows for efficiency
Self-starter with a trusted advisor mindset who takes ownership of outcomes
Comfortable working with project managers, administrators, and leadership across multiple locations
Authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored visa support now or in the future

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life insurance
KPFF Paid Family Leave
Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
Paid Holidays (including two Floating Holidays)
Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, jury duty)
Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass

Company

KPFF Consulting Engineers

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KPFF is a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Nikhil Kalghatgi
CFO
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Blake D. Patsy, PE, SE
Managing Partner
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