Project Cost Accountant

Company Description

KPFF has been an industry leader in civil and structural engineering for over 60 years. At KPFF, our purpose is to engineer opportunities. We focus on solving problems, delivering excellence, helping our communities, and enabling the growth and creativity of our people, clients, and profession. We realize sustainable success at KPFF by respecting and empowering personal potential.

Job Description

Join our growing team in Seattle as a Project Cost Accountant! This role offers a unique opportunity to work with multiple stakeholders across different departments and gain exposure to high-impact projects and leadership within KPFF. You will enjoy independence and autonomy in this position while working in a stable environment with a supportive accounting team.

You will drive KPFF's long-term growth by ensuring precise project cost management and championing continuous improvement. Your ability to take initiative and identify trends and patterns in data will be critical in solving complex problems, revealing opportunities for enhancement and growth.

More than just numbers—this role directly supports the projects shaping our communities, from infrastructure improvements to innovative structural solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing

Monthly Project Cost Accounting

• Create client invoices and work closely with Project Managers to review project data and monthly invoices from other teams.
• Become the subject matter expert in BST 10, KPFF’s ERP system, leveraging it for efficient project cost management.
• Ensure timely invoicing and follow-up on receivables, overseeing collections efforts with proactive problem-solving.
• Monitor and reconcile project costs, diligently tracking contract and project information to identify patterns and potential issues.

Financial & Data Review

• Develop and provide innovative metrics to enhance project manager insights and visibility, fostering continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and corporate accounting practices, maintaining high standards of financial integrity.

Collaboration and Training

• Collaborate with leadership on strategic financial initiatives and provide data-driven insights to support decision-making.
• Work with the finance team to effectively present financial information and data.
• Create and edit training documentation for BST 10 and accounting best practices to support continuous learning.
• Execute projects to streamline and innovate financial processes and promote efficiency.
• Provide training and support to project teams on financial best practices and processes, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Qualifications

• 3 - 8 years of experience in accounting or a related field
• Associate or bachelor’s degree with a foundation in financial principles and accounting practices.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Experience working in a cross-functional team environment.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word for data analysis and communication.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, identify opportunities for process improvement, and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to work well with various stakeholders, fostering positive relationships and collaboration.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously while maintaining high quality.
• Proactively solve problems by leveraging strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Maintain professionalism by handling sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
• Ability to thrive independently and in teams, showcasing adaptability and initiative in fast-paced environments.
• Experience in an engineering firm with BST10 software is a plus.

Additional Information

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Duties are typically performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk or computer table
• Ability to actively engage with a computer for several hours per day and communicate over the telephone or virtual meeting platforms.
• May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs.
• Work in the downtown Seattle office up to 5 days/week, with flexible work hours between 7 am and 5 pm

Culture and Benefits:

Join KPFF for a career adventure that celebrates your expertise and fuels your development. Here, autonomy and innovation converge, empowering you to tackle complex challenges. Our culture fosters teamwork, ownership, and shared values, ensuring your accomplishments are celebrated and your career trajectory is in your hands. At KPFF, we're not just coworkers; we're a vibrant community fueled by collaborative creativity, offering you the stage to leave a lasting mark on pioneering projects.

Benefits

We are passionate about supporting our employees through flexible and comprehensive Benefits.  Our Benefits include:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contribution 
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• KPFF Paid Family Leave 
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Paid Holidays (including two Floating Holidays)
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, jury duty)
• Subsidized ORCA bus/rail pass

Compensation:

The base salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience, education, and skills. The expected range for a qualified candidate with 3 - 8 years of experience is $75,000 to $90,000. Additionally, we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions in each Reporting Center. During the interview process, we'll provide detailed information and address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.