Description We are providing an opportunity for a Project Accountant in Encinitas, California, 92024-3513, United States. This role offers a long term contract employment opportunity. As a Project Accountant, you will be instrumental in maintaining project workflows from award to closure, assisting Project Managers, and ensuring accurate financial reporting and billing. Responsibilities: • Facilitate the set up of projects, extra work orders, or other amendments according to contract terms. • Be involved in the creation and processing of contracts. • Examine contracts for specific accounting requirements and ensure specialized client billing needs are met on time. • Oversee project labor and expenses to confirm accurate posting to projects. • Address billing related issues until they are fully resolved. • Collaborate with Project Managers and Directors for accurate and consistent financial reporting and project billing. • Bill clients on a monthly basis. • Respond effectively to inquiries from clients, vendors, or staff. • Prepare and follow up on accounts receivable statements and past due invoices. • Manage project audits when they occur. • Perform various duties as assigned. Requirements • Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is mandatory for this role. • Experience with Costpoint is essential. • Familiarity with Deltek and Deltek Vision is required. • Must have a solid understanding of Accounts Receivable (AR). • Proven experience in Project Billing is a must. • Must have knowledge of WIP - Work In Progress. • Must possess excellent analytical skills to manage large amounts of data. • Strong communication skills are necessary to liaise with clients and colleagues. • A strong understanding of financial regulations and legislation. • The ability to work to tight deadlines and manage time effectively. • A proactive approach to work, with a willingness to learn and adapt. • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis. • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. • High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation. • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .