Project Accountant; Entry-Level

Shannon & Wilson

Shannon & Wilson is an employee‑owned consulting firm headquartered in Seattle Washington. Since 1954 we have delivered integrated geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, environmental and natural resource services worldwide, focusing on engineering excellence and high‑quality service.

• Contract administration and project accounting
• Project billing and collections of aged receivables
• Setup and maintain projects in the accounting system
• Review and post weekly time sheets
• Prepare project accounting reports for project managers
• Oversee the full‑cycle accounts payable process
• Communicate and coordinate with accounting staff and employees in other branch offices
• Assist with tasks assigned by office manager and corporate accounting manager
• Follow Shannon & Wilson’s Quality Assurance policy
• Follow and promote Shannon & Wilson’s Health & Safety and Loss Prevention policies and procedures
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or equivalent experience
• 1‑5 years of accounting experience including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and project accounting
• Knowledge of standard contract terms and billing processes
• Knowledge of accounts payable/general ledger systems and financial chart of accounts
• Knowledge of project structure in a client‑consultant environment and understanding of billable hours and labor‑based revenues
• Experience with accounting software (BST preferred)
• Excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills
• Personable, flexible, and professional demeanor
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Willingness to travel to support other Shannon & Wilson offices
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
• Basic computer skills: MS Word, Excel (required); MS Access (desirable)
• Frequent sitting, standing, and walking (with or without accommodations)

Depending on education, experience, and current business needs, an entry‑level Project Accountant is typically placed at the Office Services I, II, or III level.

Office Services I: $18.78–$28.16 /hour
Office Services II & III: $24.34–$36.52 /hour

• Employee ownership
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage
• Pre‑tax health and daycare FSA
• Life and disability insurance
• Long‑term care insurance
• Profit sharing and 401(k) plans
• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid volunteer day
• Free parking

Shannon & Wilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Shannon & Wilson participates in the E‑Verify program.

Non‑solicited resumes from external recruitment agencies will not be considered unless a pre‑approved agreement is in place and the agency has been engaged to work on this specific vacancy.