Project Accountant - San Francisco

Hellmuth Obata & Kassabaum • San Francisco, CA

344d • $71,124 - $87,962 • Hybrid

About The Position

The corporate accounting team at HOK, a global design, architecture, engineering and planning firm, is actively seeking a Project Accountant to join their team! This a hybrid position based in the San Francisco office (One Bush Street) located in a historic office building in the heart of the financial district. As a Project Accountant at HOK, you will be responsible for accurate and timely general accounting process and fulfilling a broad range of duties and responsibilities. You will analyze project cost reports and work frequently with the Finance Management team and Project Managers to review status updates, invoicing, profitability, earnings and costs. Additional responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Requirements

• Knowledge of accounting and finance principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial-related reports.
• Advanced knowledge of project accounting concepts and practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Proficiency in Deltek Vision or similar project accounting software required.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Accounting experience in an architecture firm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares monthly invoices, budgets and project management reports.
• Sets up and maintains projects on an in-house accounting system according to contract terms.
• Tracks and inputs budget data for assigned projects.
• Prepares, codes and inputs project invoices.
• Answers inquiries from staff, vendors or clients, and communicates financial information to project managers.
• Inputs and posts consultant invoices, communicates with consultants and submits their payments for approval.
• Reviews project contracts and additional service requests to understand the financial requirements on each project.
• Analyzes project cost reports and meets frequently with Finance Management and Project Managers to review status of projects for invoicing, profitability, earnings, and costs.
• Understands how projects earn revenue in the accounting system and assists the Business Manager monthly in analyzing and recording monthly project earnings.
• May provide accounting support to other staff as needed.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(K) savings plans
• Disability, life and accident insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Parental leave
• Flexible work schedule with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees