We are looking for a Project Accountant to join a collaborative accounting team in Pleasanton, California on a Contract basis. In this role, you will support the financial management of multiple projects, working closely with project managers and leadership to keep billing, reporting, and cost tracking accurate and on schedule. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is organized, analytical, and comfortable balancing day-to-day accounting work in a fast-moving environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee project-related accounting activities across the full project lifecycle, from initial setup through final closeout<br>• Create and issue client invoices, verifying billing accuracy and ensuring timely distribution<br>• Work closely with project managers to align billing details, monitor budgets, and maintain visibility into project financial status<br>• Review unbilled labor, project expenses, and work-in-progress data to identify issues and support accurate reporting<br>• Communicate with clients regarding past-due balances, payment questions, and invoice follow-up<br>• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks to support smooth daily accounting operations<br>• Contribute to payroll support activities, including reconciliations and related financial checks<br>• Prepare project financial reports and evaluate performance trends to help inform business decisions<br>• Maintain complete and accurate accounting and project records within project accounting systems<br>• Support month-end and year-end close processes and take on additional accounting assignments as needed
We are looking for a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support the financial administration of projects in Fremont, California. This role works closely with operations and project teams to maintain accurate project records, support contract compliance, and help ensure reliable revenue and cost reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage project-related financial activity in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Set up new projects, revisions, and approved scope changes in accounting and project management systems, ensuring budgets and values are recorded accurately.<br>• Review project documentation for completeness and compliance, verify account structures, and prevent incorrect or incomplete bookings from moving forward.<br>• Update cost estimates for ongoing work in a timely manner so active projects reflect current financial expectations.<br>• Prepare and manage owner notice documentation, including lien-related filings and releases, while coordinating supporting materials when required.<br>• Monitor projects through completion and finalize closeout activities within the accounting system once contractual work is finished.<br>• Support post-payroll reporting by assisting with financial analysis tied to labor activity and project performance.<br>• Examine monthly project charges, identify inconsistencies, and work with stakeholders to resolve billing or cost allocation issues.<br>• Verify labor hours charged to jobs against weekly timesheet submissions to help maintain accurate project costing.<br>• Evaluate work-in-progress and overall project results, offering insights that can strengthen profitability and improve cash flow management.<br>• Contribute to month-end close activities and assist with additional accounting initiatives or department projects as assigned.