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A/E Project Accountant / Senior Project Accountant
Architecture & Engineering Firms (Ongoing Search)
San Francisco Bay Area | Full-time | Hybrid or In-office (role dependent)
Building Talent focuses on accounting and finance roles within architecture and engineering firms across the San Francisco Bay Area. This posting reflects the types of roles we commonly see as A/E firms grow, expand project portfolios, and strengthen their finance teams.
We are specifically seeking professionals with direct experience in architecture and/or engineering firms — not general construction or corporate accounting backgrounds.
Core Responsibilities
Project setup, budgets, fee tracking, and financial reporting
Client billing by phase, percentage complete, or milestone
WIP tracking, utilization support, and revenue recognition in a fee-based environment
Subconsultant invoicing and coordination
Close collaboration with Project Managers, Studio Leaders, and Principals
Senior-level roles may include oversight of multiple studios or mentoring junior project accounting staff.
Required Experience
3 years of project accounting experience within an architecture or engineering firm
Strong understanding of fee-based project structures and utilization-driven environments
Confidence partnering directly with PMs and leadership
Preferred Software
Deltek Vantagepoint or Deltek Vision (highly preferred)
Ajera or similar A/E project accounting platforms
Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, complex formulas; Power Query a plus)
If your background aligns, we’ll reach out directly to start a conversation — whether for an active search or an upcoming opportunity.
Let’s Chat.
Note: These roles are based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Candidates should currently reside locally or be able to reliably work on-site as required. U.S. work authorization is required.