Project Accountant

At Core States Group, the work you do matters to the clients we serve, the communities we support, and the teams who rely on one another to deliver with excellence. Our Cause is powerful: to create a world where all environments improve everyday life.

This role is paid on an hourly basis with a range of $32.00 - $40.00 and is eligible for overtime in accordance with applicable laws. The expected approximate annualized compensation range is $68,000 - $82,000.

Why Professionals Choose Core States Group

Here’s what you can expect:

• VALUES-DRIVEN CULTURE – A workplace rooted in Integrity, Service, Inclusion, Excellence, and Innovation. Our Core Values guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we show up for our clients every day.
• COMPENSATION – Competitive wages and bonus programs, including professional licensure bonuses.
• RETIREMENT – A strong 401(k) match, with immediate vesting, to help you invest in your future and build your retirement savings with confidence.
• HEALTHCARE – Competitive health benefits including HSA with employer contribution, life insurance options, and supplemental coverage options, giving you the flexibility to select the coverage that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
• VACATION – Generous PTO to help you recharge, relax, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• PERKS – Team wellness challenges, free virtual gym app, wholesale club membership reimbursement, employee recognition programs, paid parental leave and much more!
• FLEXIBLE WORK ENVIRONMENT – A flexible work environment that empowers you to do your best work, whether you’re in the office, working remotely, or blending both to support your responsibilities.
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – support your growth with tuition reimbursement to help advance your education and professional development.

Summary of the Role The Project Accountant serves as a key member of the accounting team. This position is responsible for assisting with full cycle accounting tasks under the supervision of the Division Controller. The Project Accountant is an essential role in ensuring that all accounting tasks are completed accurately and by established deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly billings and cost projections in conjunction with Project Managers.
• Assist with month end/quarter end close including job cost entries and intercompany transfers.
• Monitor and measure job costs against budget, analyze trends and report variances.
• Assist with monthly revenue recognition using % of completion accounting.
• Set up projects including revenue, cost and forecast budgets by task.
• Contract review for compliance with company policies.
• Maintain project and client records including purchase orders, work orders and change orders.
• Generate job costs reports in various formats and update reports as needed.
• Perform job cost reconciliations for project close out.
• Compile statistical, financial, accounting, or auditing reports as requested.
• Access financial information to answer general questions as well as those related to specific projects.
• Analyze and maintain project accounting records.
• Perform general office duties, handling routine correspondence.
• Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

We’re looking for talented professionals who are eager to grow their skills and contribute to high-quality, meaningful work. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you. The following qualifications will help you succeed in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Accounting experience, preferably with an engineering, architecture and/or construction firm.
• Experience with engineering/architecture industry specific accounting software preferred; Specifically, experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or Vision Software preferred.
• Proficient experience with Excel and MS Word.

Work Location This is a hybrid role based out of our Kent, WA office.Company Overview Core States Group is an industry-leading architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) firm trusted by many of the world’s most notable brands. With 26 offices across the United States and Canada, the firm delivers speed to market, cost certainty, and compelling design for national multisite programs and projects. Established in 1999, Core States Group drives innovation and improves everyday life for countless people across several markets, including Convenience, Distributed Generation, Financial, Grocery, Housing, Industrial, Restaurants, Retail, Semiconductor, Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure, and more.

A Note to Candidates Please do not be concerned if you do not meet every requirement. At Core States Group, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. This position will remain open until it is filled.