Project Accountant: Partner with PMs on Budgets & Invoices

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 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.