Project Accountant
Company: Robert Half
Location: Saratoga
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half
is looking for an experienced Project Accountant to oversee the
financial aspects of large-scale capital projects in Santa Clara,
California. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing
project budgets, tracking costs, and ensuring compliance with
financial regulations. This position offers the opportunity to work
closely with cross-functional teams and contribute to the success
of major infrastructure initiatives. Responsibilities: • Manage the
financial accounting lifecycle of large capital projects, from
initiation to completion. • Monitor and analyze project budgets,
actual expenditures, commitments, and forecasts to identify
variances. • Prepare detailed monthly cost reports and financial
summaries for internal stakeholders. • Ensure proper classification
of capital versus expense items in alignment with accounting
standards and company policies. • Review and process invoices from
contractors and vendors with accuracy and timeliness. • Support
billing processes, including progress billing, milestone billing,
and cost-plus invoicing. • Maintain accurate records of
work-in-progress, retainage, and project accruals. • Collaborate on
cash flow projections and funding requirements to support project
operations. • Partner with Project Managers to identify financial
risks and implement cost-control measures. • Provide documentation
and insights for audits, ensuring compliance with contracts,
internal controls, and regulatory standards. • Bachelor’s degree in
Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • Minimum of 3 years of
experience in project accounting, ideally within large-scale
capital or infrastructure projects. • Proficiency in project cost
controls and capital project accounting practices. • Familiarity
with accounting systems such as Procore, Oracle, NetSuite, or
similar platforms. • Advanced skills in Excel with strong
analytical capabilities. • Experience in industries such as energy,
utilities, renewables, construction, or engineering is highly
desirable. • Certification in accounting (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a
plus. • Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and
the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Keywords: Robert Half, Vallejo , Project Accountant, Accounting, Auditing , Saratoga, California
