Project Accountant

What You'll Do In This Role

Common and Baseline Responsibilities

• Teams with Project Managers and office leadership to track project financial performance including reviewing project work plans, budgets, and staffing plans for fee alignment; provides project financial training as needed.
• Performs accounting functions including time and expense reporting, client invoicing, collections, accounts receivable, accounts payable, journal entries, etc.
• Conducts reporting and analysis of monthly financial and operational metrics, ad-hoc financial analysis to support executive decision making, budget, and variance analysis.
• Supports the annual operations plan.
• Prepares and files all local Business License Applications, Sales & Use Tax Returns, and occupancy tax returns if required by the office.
• Supports the reporting requirements of the firmwide corporate accounting group.
• Maintains open communication with other offices on projects that are coordinated among multiple studios to work.
  
  

What We're Looking For

High-level Summary of Critical, Baseline Technical Skills and Experience

• Analytical skills
• Shows initiative and ability to work well independently and with others
• Exhibits strong organization, attention to detail, and time management skills
• Able to pivot and have a “hands on” working style
• 3-5 years AEC experience
  
  

Software

• Deltek Vantagepoint
• Advanced proficiency using Microsoft programs: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Tech savvy accounting software proficiency
  
  

Licensure/Certifications/Education

• An associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, related field, or equivalent experience is preferred
  
  

What's Here For You

Perkins&Will is a global firm with over 2,800 people doing serious work in architecture, interiors, urban design, and landscape. Our San Francisco studio is a tight, collaborative team where you'll get real exposure to complex projects and real mentorship — not just tasks handed down a chain.

Apply if you believe the built environment can — and should — do better. Want to make your application memorable? Include a cover letter explaining why you want to work with Perkins&Will.

What You'll Get

Salary range: $88,800–$113,300, commensurate with experience, education, and skillset.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan and paid time off
• Professional development stipend and dedicated continuing education time
• Performance-based bonuses
• Access to firmwide affinity groups and leadership development programs
• Studio initiatives and events; a team that actually likes each other
  
  

Our Commitment

Our culture is grounded in a firmwide commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) — not as a tagline, but as how we hire, promote, and build teams. We conduct annual pay equity audits and train all managers on pay practices. We believe inclusion drives creativity.

Perkins&Will is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Pay Transparency: We are committed to pay equity. Compensation decisions are based on qualifications, skillset, and experience. Employees may discuss their own compensation without fear of retaliation. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)