JUNIOR PROJECT ACCOUNTANT

Project Financial Coordinator

Location: Sacramento, CA 95834

Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

Reports To: Finance Supervisor
Position Summary

The Junior Project Accountant provides support for project-based accounting operations. Responsibilities include tracking project costs, assisting with billing, maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and supporting monthly accounting activities.
Key Responsibilities

• Maintain project records, budgets, purchase orders, and billing information.
• Track project expenses, invoices, payments, and budget performance.
• Review and process vendor and subcontractor invoices.
• Prepare financial reports, reconciliations, and project documentation.
• Assist with client billing, accounts receivable follow-up, and project closeout activities.
• Support month-end accounting processes, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Research and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Follow company policies, safety requirements, and other assigned duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1-4 years of experience in accounting, billing, project support, or finance.
• Knowledge of invoices, purchase orders, reconciliations, and general accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to learn accounting software and ERP systems.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to pass applicable pre-employment screenings.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Primarily office-based with occasional site visits. Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods, use a computer regularly, communicate effectively, and occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay Range: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.