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Project Accountant

Robert Half
Oakland, CA Temporary
POSTED ON 5/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/7/2028

The Senior Accountant/Analyst will perform relatively complex accounting duties including maintenance and analysis of accounting records, preparing journal entries, and reconciling ledger accounts. This position will take care of cash receipts. The position also helps to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and the organization's policies, procedures, and contracts.


RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Create and maintain project reports in Accounting system and Excel to monitor project finances and help create invoices.
  • Perform analysis to calculate project revenue monthly including booking it into Accounting system along with Accounts Receivable or Unbilled journal entries.
  • Assess and pursue opportunities to maximize billings and revenue recognition.
  • Manage Accounts Receivable and Unbilled to maximize collections, working with program staff and contracting agencies, as necessary.
  • Will be responsible for and manage the Cash Receipts process.

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or equivalent required.

Experience in billing, general and/or project accounting is a plus.

Ability to analyze, investigate, and correct accounting entries.

Experience with Abila’s MIP accounting system



Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.



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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.



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