Project Cost Accountant - Structural (Finance)

Company Description

At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more than just an engineering design firm. For over 60 years, we have dedicated ourselves to innovative, sustainable engineering that shapes the built environment and tackles complex infrastructure challenges. Our team culture emphasizes balance, growth, and well-being, supporting each member's professional journey with flexibility, generous benefits, and a collaborative approach to work-life integration.

With over 1,400 professionals across 27 offices nationwide, KPFF's decentralized structure allows each office the flexibility to pursue projects aligned with their regional strengths. Learn more at www.kpff.com .

Job Description

KPFF is looking for a full-time Project Cost Accountant to join our downtown Portland Structural team. The primary responsibilities of this position will be working closely in collaboration with Project Managers on client billing, project financials, and accounts receivables. We're looking for self-motivated candidates with great communication skills, good time management, and a problem-solving mindset.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Maintain and analyze job cost records.
• Track contract and project information, ensuring accurate project data in BST11 accounting software.
• Prepare cost, billing, and payment information updates for projects.
• Work with project managers and clients to reconcile project costs and invoices.
• Monitor project A/R - work closely with project managers and clients.
• Provide creative, new metrics to enhance PM knowledge and visibility on projects.
• Coordinate and interact with corporate accounting division.
• Become an expert on BST11 accounting software functionality and office procedures, with the opportunity to educate others on best practices.
• Assist in other accounting team core responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum BA/BS degree with accounting/finance emphasis.
• Two to five years' applicable experience.
• Positive attitude and ability to work in team environment, be proactive, and take initiative.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting process.
• Excellent communication skills (by phone, in writing, and in person).
• Detail oriented.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly and identify and resolve problems.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong Word skills.
• Experience in an engineering consulting firm (or other professional services firm).
• Experience developing custom reports and inquiries utilizing Excel.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Duties are primarily conducted in a standard office setting, requiring prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or computer table.
• Occasionally it may be required to lift objects weighing up to 20 lbs.

Additional Information

Culture and Benefits
At KPFF, we offer a rewarding career path that emphasizes autonomy, innovation, and professional development. Our culture prioritizes ownership of your role, teamwork, and shared values, creating an environment where contributions are celebrated, and career growth is encouraged. We support local collaboration with A/E/C firms and are committed to creating lasting relationships with our clients. We aren't just colleagues; we're a community that has been dedicated to collaborative innovation over the last five decades, providing you the platform to make a lasting impact on meaningful projects. KPFF Consulting Engineers offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

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 is $70,000 - $85,000. Additionally, we offer performance-based bonuses to recognize and reward outstanding contributions. During the interview process, we'll provide detailed information and address any questions you may have about the overall compensation package and benefits.

KPFF Employee Benefits

• Medical Plan Options: Choice of Traditional PPO or HDHP with HSA, covering health care needs and prescriptions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Dental & Vision: Full preventive care, plus coverage for major dental services and vision allowances.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for personal, family, and work challenges.
• Life & AD&D Insurance: Company-provided life insurance equal to one year's salary, plus AD&D.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: KPFF contributes 3% of salary, with no match needed.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term coverage at 60% income, fully covered by KPFF.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, two floating holidays, and paid company holidays.
• Paid Family Leave: Six weeks at 60% pay, with options to use PTO for full income. Compliant with Paid Leave Oregon policies.
• Transportation: 50% subsidized TriMet/CTRAN passes and free bike parking for all employees.
• Additional Perks: Located in downtown Portland, we are in close proximity to Midtown Beer Garden's food carts, the Tom McCall Waterfront Park, and Pioneer Courthouse Square, and are centered on Portland's Transit Mall. We provide free membership to the on-site gym and its fitness classes, a wide variety of complimentary snacks (including on-tap cold brew and kombucha), access to an employee lounge with ping-pong table and TVs, and more.

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.

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.