Project Accountant I

JOB SUMMARY

Salary range: $27.00 - $31.00 per hour.
Work location: Vancouver, WA; Hybrid. 

Holland is seeking an accounting professional with a strong understanding of accounting concepts and project accounting functions to join our collaborative team in vibrant downtown Vancouver, Washington. The Project Accountant I is responsible for providing foundational accounting and administrative support to the construction and development accounting team. The Project Accountant I assists with routine financial processes, document handling, and preliminary project accounting tasks in accordance with Holland Partner Group’s Core Values.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Prepare, gather, and organize documentation needed for project and pursuit financial activities.
• Support the processing of invoices, billings, and related project cost documentation.
• Maintain accurate records, logs, trackers, and files to support accounting workflows.
• Assist with the preparation of routine financial summaries, reconciliations, and other basic project accounting tasks.
• Assist with the identification of discrepancies or missing information and escalate issues to Project Accountant II or Senior Project Accountant as needed.
• Communicate with project teams, vendors, and internal partners to collect information or clarify documentation.
• Provide general accounting support for month-end, year-end, and audit-related activities as directed.
• Collaborate with Project Accountant II and Senior Project Accountants on various tasks and special projects to support departmental needs.
• Assist with project financial reporting.
• Represent Holland Partner Group in a professional manner at all times.
• Perform all other duties as directed and assist the overall team effort.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:  High School Diploma or equivalent is required. College coursework or a degree in Accounting or a related field preferred.

Experience:  Two (2) years’ experience in accounting required, with experience in real estate construction and/or development project accounting preferred. College coursework or a degree in  Accounting or a related field may be considered in lieu of specified work experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Basic understanding of accounting concepts and willingness to learn project accounting functions.
• Basic financial reporting and reconciliation skills.
• Ability to accurately perform basic to intermediate mathematical functions.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Competency with Microsoft Office, with Yardi, Textura, or similar accounting systems preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Ability to prioritize work, proactively meet deadlines, and adapt to changing workloads.

Attendance: This full-time position requires regular and punctual attendance compliant with the schedule set to meet company needs.  Additional hours or overtime may be required.

This position also requires:

• Ability to lift or move up to twenty (20) pounds.
• Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
• Fluency in English both verbally and non-verbally.

Benefits: Holland is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, with enrollment eligibility beginning first day of the month following date of hire, that includes health care benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA), income replacement (Long-term Disability) and retirement savings through our 401(k), including employer match. Supplemental benefits are also available (Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Short-term Disability, Commuter FSA) and we are proud to offer our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Tuition Reimbursement. We offer Paid Time Off (PTO) and state mandated Paid Sick Leave, paid holidays, the opportunity for our employees to get involved in their communities using Volunteer Time Off (VTO), and a generous Sabbatical after every 5 years of service. There are also opportunities to share in the success of the company through our profit share programs.  

If interested, you can search for specific or similar opportunities on Holland's Careers Page and apply to the job posting with an accurate resume for consideration.