Project Cost Accountant

Kpff Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values creativity and collaboration in Seattle. This role within the General & Administrative team offers a unique opportunity to engage with project managers and enhance financial operations. You'll play a key role in managing project costs, generating insightful reports, and improving processes. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive culture, this innovative firm is dedicated to making a positive impact in the engineering sector. If you're ready to contribute to meaningful projects while developing your career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life insurance

Paid Family Leave

Short-term and Long-term disability insurance

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience in accounting or finance.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate financial concepts.
• Experience in a professional services or project-based firm is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Project Managers to generate accurate invoices and manage project costs.
• Contribute to firmwide financial strategies and provide training on financial best practices.
• Lead process improvements to enhance efficiency across teams.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Process Improvement

Financial Analysis

Education

Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Excel

BST (ERP platform)

Job description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member’s professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration.

With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF’s decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more atwww.kpff.com .

About the Team You'll Join
This role is part of KPFF’s General & Administrative (G&A) team, based in Seattle. As a trusted partner within our decentralized structure, the G&A team provides expertise in areas like payroll, benefits, accounting, and IT—tailored to the unique needs of each office.

In this forward-facing role, you’ll collaborate with project managers and teams across the firm to strengthen financial operations, offer strategic insights, and share best practices. Your ability to build relationships, explain financial concepts clearly, and adapt to different communication styles will be essential to your success.

Job Description

Your Role at a Glance

Project Cost Management & Invoicing

• Partner with Project Managers to review data and generate timely, accurate invoices
• Use BST (our ERP platform) to track, manage, and streamline project costs
• Manage accounts receivable with proactive follow-up and issue resolution
• Reconcile and analyze project financials to identify trends and address potential concerns
• Develop metrics that give Project Managers clear visibility into budgets and forecasts
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls to maintain financial accuracy

Collaboration, Training & Process Improvement

• Contribute to firmwide financial strategies and decision-making alongside leadership
• Translate data into actionable insights for teams across the company
• Maintain and update ERP and financial process training materials
• Lead process improvements that drive efficiency and empower teams
• Provide training and support to project teams on financial best practices

Qualifications

What You Bring to the Role

• 3–8 years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Associate or bachelor’s degree with a solid foundation in financial principles
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to spot patterns and identify areas for improvement
• Comfortable collaborating across departments and communicating financial concepts clearly
• Skilled in simplifying complex accounting processes into actionable steps
• Proficient in Excel (reporting and analysis), with working knowledge of PowerPoint and Word
• Self-starter with a process improvement mindset and a history of implementing solutions
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Trusted team player who handles sensitive information with integrity
• Adaptable and independent, while thriving in a collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Experience with BST or working in a professional services or project-based firm is a plus

Additional Information

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Duties are typically performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk or computer table
• Ability to actively engage with a computer for several hours per day and communicate over the telephone or virtual meeting platforms.
• May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs.
• This is an in-office role based in downtown Seattle with flexible hours between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm

Why KPFF? A Career with Purpose and Possibility
At KPFF, we offer the opportunity to grow your career in a firm that values creativity, trust, and meaningful contribution. Our decentralized structure encourages individuals and teams to take initiative, build strong partnerships, and make an impact in ways that align with their goals and values.
As part of the G&A team, you’ll be part of a collaborative and people-centered culture—working alongside offices to solve complex challenges, provide support, and help project teams stay focused on their work.

KPFF is a place where:

• You’re encouraged to ask questions, share ideas, and grow through collaboration
• Your work has purpose
• Your contributions make a lasting impact

We value curiosity, humility, and people who genuinely care about getting it right—not just having all the answers. Whether you’re early in your career or looking to build new skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we’re excited to meet someone who’s eager to learn, connect, and contribute.

Benefits
We believe that supporting our people goes beyond the work itself. That’s why we offer a flexible, comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally.

Benefits include:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Medical 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)

Compensation & Recognition
We offer a competitive base salary aligned with your skills, experience, and background. For candidates with 3–8 years of relevant experience, the typical salary range is $75,000–$90,000. We also recognize individual and team success through performance-based bonuses at the Reporting Center level.

Work Authorization: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or transfer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored visa support now or in the future.

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KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.