Project Accountant

Our Fehr & Peers Corporate office supports offices nationwide and anticipates their needs to support their success. Our Accounting team is seeking a Project Accountant to work in our Walnut Creek office who will be managing client billing, project review and reporting, financial reporting support, and working closely with multiple offices’ project managers. In this role you will be part of our collaborative environment, regular team-bonding events, annual goal setting, cross-training, and ongoing diversity, equity, and inclusion conversations. If you have a high attention to detail, value teamwork, enjoy challenges, and can be flexible and adaptable, this role is for you!

Responsibilities

• Client billing for multiple profit centers in a contract management / ERP software environment
• Project review and reporting
• Contractual billing terms review, management, and updates in an ERP system
• Financial reporting in accordance with monthly billing and reporting schedule
• Coordination and collaboration with project managers and coordinators in other offices

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience
• Experience in project cost accounting, billing, or corporate accounting preferred
• Knowledge of general accounting principles 
• Advanced understanding of Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and graphing 
• Proficient use of MS Suite products, such as Word, Outlook, and Adobe 
• Experience with Deltek or other ERP software program including report creation and/or options editing
• Perform and learn in a fast-paced environment 
• A focus on accuracy and meeting established deadlines
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively using multiple modes of communication
• Effective working in a collaborative environment 
• ERP capability exploration and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or related field (desirable)

$80,000 - $95,000 a year

Benefit Highlights:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance.

401(k) Plan with matching and profit sharing.

Flexible Spending Accounts.

Commuter Benefits.

Paid Vacation, holidays and sick leave.

8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.

Mentoring and Career Development programs.

Research and Development group participation, and more.

EEO: Fehr & Peers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment in the workplace. We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds, and hire without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nondiscrimination:  Fehr & Peers ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact  Human Resources .

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.