Project Accounting Specialist: Drive Budget Insights

DPR Construction; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness programs

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a Project Accountant to support standard and varied project financial health by ensuring accurate accounting, timely processing, and adherence to established procedures. You will monitor budgets, track costs, and assist with financial analysis to inform decision-making, while collaborating with project teams to provide clear, reliable financial information.

The role strengthens organizational performance by maintaining detailed records and supporting continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, a related field, or equivalent experience preferred
• 2–4 years of experience in project accounting, financial management, or a related field preferred
• Successful completion of a background check is required

Responsibilities

• Processes project-related owner invoices, reviews project cost, and manages owner and trade payments independently to ensure timely and accurate financial transactions.
• Maintains detailed project financial records, including tracking budgets, costs, and billings in accordance with general instructions.
• Prepares routine and non-routine financial reports and assists with variance analysis to support project and organizational objectives.
• Collaborates with project teams to resolve standard accounting questions and discrepancies.
• Ensures compliance with internal accounting policies and established procedures in all project financial activities.
• Assists with the implementation of process improvements to enhance efficiency in project accounting operations.
• Supports routine month-end and year-end project accounting close activities as required.

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, a related field, or equivalent experience preferred

Job description

DPR Construction is seeking a Project Accountant to support standard and varied project financial health by ensuring accurate accounting, timely processing, and adherence to established procedures. You will monitor budgets, track costs, and assist with financial analysis to inform decision-making, while collaborating with project teams to provide clear, reliable financial information.

The role strengthens organizational performance by maintaining detailed records and supporting continuous