Project Accountant

NBBJ; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NBBJ is seeking a Project Accountant to join our collaborative Finance team and support projects across the firm. This role partners with project managers to drive accuracy in invoicing, budgeting and contract terms, ensuring project costs are captured correctly and performance is tracked.

Available in Columbus, OH or Seattle, WA, the ideal candidate has 3+ years in project cost accounting, strong MS Excel skills, and excellent communication. Office-first with 4+ days in the office per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration is required.
• At least 3 years in project cost accounting or similar.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and standard office tools.

Responsibilities

• Partner with project managers to prepare monthly invoices based on contract requirements.
• Review contracts, establish budgets and billing terms in our financial system.
• Validate high volumes of consultant invoices and ensure costs are recorded correctly.
• Maintain finance project files and support process improvements.
• Assist with timesheet collection and participate in special projects as needed.

Skills

MS Excel

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Tools

Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint

Job description

NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect our purpose-driven approach that, fueled by ideas and a culture of collaboration, creates healthy buildings, strong communities and a resilient environment. That’s where you come in. With leading clients, diverse colleagues and offices in creative capitals around the globe, a career at NBBJ will inspire you to be extraordinary. You can learn more about our firm, see what it’s like to work here and explore recent projects and ideas at NBBJ.com. Join us to make an impact today!

The role at a glance:

Are you a finance professional who enjoys partnering with project teams, solving problems, and driving project success? NBBJ is seeking a Project Accountant to join our collaborative Finance team and play a critical role in supporting projects across the firm.

Behind every great design is a talented and dedicated team ensuring the business runs at its best. This is an exciting opportunity to be a key contributor to our mission while growing your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

Where You Will Work

This role is available in our Columbus, OH or Seattle, WA office.

In your new role you will:

As a key member of our Finance team, you'll partner with Project Managers across all NBBJ offices to drive project success through the following responsibilities:

• Be a true partner– work closely with project managers, clients and sub-consultants to prepare monthly invoices based on contract requirements
• Own your contracts– Review and interpret contract terms to accurately establish budgets and billing terms within our financial system
• Keep things accurate– validate and process high volume of consultant invoices and ensure project costs are recorded correctly
• Stay organized– maintain finance project files
• Be a team player– review and audit teammates' work and jump in where needed
• Drive continuous improvement– collaborate with your team to identify and implement process improvements
• Wear multiple hats– assist with timesheet collection and participate in special projects as they come up

What you will need to succeed:

We are looking for a motivated and experienced professional who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a fast-paced collaborative team. The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• A minimum of 3 yearsof project cost accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accounts payable and receivable functions
• Solid grasp of project financial performance, including revenue and profitability
• Strong MS Excel skills with proficiency in Word, OutlookandAdobe; experience withDeltek Vision/Vantagepointis a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to respond to clients and team members in a professional and timely manner
• Self-motivated with a high level of initiative and accountability
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy and follow through
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines
• Comfortable working both independently and in a collaborative environment

Why NBBJ?

Joining NBBJ means becoming part of a globally recognized design firm where your contributions truly matter. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement where every team member has a voice. We work hard, support one another and take pride in the work we do together.

In addition to meaningful work and opportunities for professional growth, NBBJ offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being and future. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan and other valuable resources to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

NBBJ is an office first firm, with an expectation that all staff are able to be present in the office a minimum of 4 days per week.

The annual base pay range for this role is anticipated to be between $68,000 and $80,000 for Seattle. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.