Job Details

Overview

Pinpoint Talent is partnering with a nationally respected design practice that blends creativity, collaboration, and purpose in every project. This is more than an accounting role – it's an opportunity to join a team that believes great design begins with great stewardship, where every detail (including the financial ones) helps bring inspiring spaces to life.

About the Role

Reporting to the Accounting Manager, the Project Accountant plays a key role in supporting project teams with contract management, billing, compliance, payments, and financial reporting. You'll work closely with project managers to ensure accuracy and efficiency across all accounting functions while helping to keep projects on track financially.

What You'll Do

• Own the Numbers: Manage all accounting-related functions for assigned projects, from setup to closeout.
• Drive Billing Accuracy: Prepare and process client invoices, track change orders, and ensure timely reporting.
• Support the Team: Assist project managers with budgets, job cost tracking, and performance metrics.
• Maintain Compliance: Oversee collection and tracking of required documentation such as certificates of insurance and licenses.
• Enhance Processes: Identify and resolve billing discrepancies while contributing to ongoing process improvement.
• Collaborate and Communicate: Act as the bridge between accounting and project teams to ensure financial alignment.

What You'll Bring

• 3+ years of experience in project accounting, ideally within architecture, engineering, construction, or professional services.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, billing, and job cost accounting.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Deltek Ajera, Vantagepoint, or similar accounting software.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and a proactive, detail-oriented mindset.
• Competitive salary up to $95K + discretionary bonus.
• Competitive benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) plan, paid time off (PTO).
• Hybrid work flexibility.
• A collaborative culture that values purpose, creativity, and precision.

Compensation

Base salary up to $95,000 / yr + discretionary bonus + benefits.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting / Auditing and Project Management

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting; Architecture and Planning

Location

San Jose, CA (Hybrid work flexibility)

If you're someone who finds satisfaction in bringing order to creativity, and you want your accounting work to support projects that inspire, this is the place for you.