Project Accountant Jobs in San Francisco, CA
Project Accountant jobs in San Francisco concentrate in the Financial District, South of Market, and Mission Bay, across construction, real estate development, technology infrastructure, and professional services. Employers hiring right now include CBIZ, Ramp, and Pinterest. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Brex is the intelligent finance platform that enables companies to spend smarter and move faster in more than 200 markets. By combining global corporate cards and banking with intuitive spend management, bill pay, and travel software, Brex enables founders and finance teams to accelerate operations, gain real-time visibility, and control spend effortlessly. Brex's AI-native automation and world-class service eliminate manual expense and accounting tasks for customers so they can focus on what matters most. Tens of thousands of the world's best companies run on Brex, including DoorDash, Coinbase, Robinhood, Zoom, Plaid, Reddit, and SeatGeek.
Working at Brex allows you to push your limits, challenge the status quo, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. We're committed to building a diverse team and inclusive culture and believe your potential should only be limited by how big you can dream. We make this a reality by empowering you with the tools, resources, and support you need to grow your career.
Partnerships at Brex
Sales is the growth engine at Brex. We bring in new customers, expand existing relationships, and drive the company's bottom line. With unlimited territories and uncapped opportunity, your ambition sets the ceiling. We win together, celebrate often, and reward performance. If you want to sell a category-defining product with real ownership, this is your team.
Brex's Accounting Channel is undergoing exponential growth, and we are looking for a partner manager to accelerate the team. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of shaping and expanding our market presence, driving a critical engine of our company's success. We're on the hunt for a dynamic professional who excels at forging powerful alliances in the accounting and OCFO ecosystems. You'll be responsible for building strong relationships, cultivating partnerships from the ground up, seamlessly integrating new partners into our ecosystem, and consistently hitting targets by transforming these connections into a steady stream of client referrals. If you have a history of exceeding expectations and a passion for creating mutually beneficial business relationships, this could be your chance to make a significant impact in a fast growing environment.
Where you'll work
This role will be based in our San Francisco office. We are a hybrid environment that combines the energy and connections of being in the office with the benefits and flexibility of working from home. We currently require a minimum of three coordinated days in the office per week, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. As a perk, we also have up to four weeks per year of fully remote work!
Responsibilities
- Identify, cultivate, and deepen relationships with high-potential accounting firms
- Craft and implement tailored go-to-market strategies for each partner
- Facilitate smooth onboarding of new partners and their teams
- Drive client referrals from our accounting partners to fuel revenue growth for Brex
- Serve as a product expert, articulating our value proposition to partners
- Be the connective tissue for partners to the Brex ecosystem
- Work cross-functionally across marketing, growth, direct sales, and product & engineering to drive co-marketing opportunities, onboard new clients, and inform our product roadmap
- Conduct regular performance reviews with key partners
- Identify and build relationships with multiple stakeholders within accounting firms
- Become an expert in Brex's product, features, and workflows and augment the voice of our Accounting Partners
Requirements
- 3+ years in a closing sales or partnerships role
- Demonstrated track record of consistently hitting targets and quotas
- Ability to identify client needs through thoughtful questioning, active listening, and analysis; including but not limited to shared mutual referral goals, enablement sessions, and MBR/QBRs where necessary
- Ability to deliver tailored, consultative solutions that align with partner's needs and business goals
- Ability to evaluate partnership performance, identify areas for optimization, and implement data-driven solutions
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent listening skills
- Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving startup environment
- Proven ability to build trust and credibility with internal and external stakeholders
- Passion for community events and activations with partners
Bonus points
- Experience in collaborating with accounting firms
- Accounting background (CPA certification or relevant industry experience is a plus)
Compensation
The expected OTE range for this role is $135,600 - $169,500. The starting wage will depend on a number of factors including the candidate's location, skills, experience, market demands, and internal pay parity. The OTE figure listed here includes base salary and commissions, which may or may not be earned depending on performance. Depending on the position offered, equity and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package.
Please be aware, job-seekers may be at risk of targeting by malicious actors looking for personal data. Brex recruiters will only reach out via LinkedIn or email with a brex.com domain. Any outreach claiming to be from Brex via other sources should be ignored.
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Who's Hiring
- CBIZ3

- Ramp3

- Pinterest3

- PwC2

- CRUSOE2

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software29
- Consulting & Professional Services8
- Accounting & Auditing5
- Science & Research4
- Sports & Recreation2
Project Accountant Jobs in San Francisco: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a project accountant job in San Francisco?
Focus your search on San Francisco's construction and real estate development firms in Mission Bay and the Financial District, where project accounting demand is most active. Large engineering and infrastructure contractors working on transit and civic projects also hire regularly. A background in job costing, WIP reporting, or percentage-of-completion accounting gives you a clear edge over generalist candidates in this market.
Which companies hire project accountants in San Francisco?
Employers hiring project accountants in San Francisco right now include CBIZ, Ramp, and Pinterest, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. The local market skews toward mid-size construction contractors, commercial real estate firms, and technology companies managing large capital projects.
Are there remote project accountant jobs in San Francisco?
Yes, though availability depends on the role: desk-based tasks like budget tracking, invoicing, and reporting are frequently remote, while site-coordination and contract-compliance work typically requires an in-person presence. About 36% of project accountant openings tied to San Francisco are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and the technology sector in SoMa tends to offer the most flexible arrangements locally.
How can I get a project accountant job in San Francisco with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in San Francisco is landing an accounts payable or junior cost control role with a construction or real estate development firm, then moving into project accounting as you gain exposure to job costing. Mid-size contractors working on Mission Bay and Dogpatch redevelopment projects regularly hire junior accounting staff and promote internally. A working knowledge of construction accounting software like Sage 300 or Procore strengthens your application considerably.
Which industries hire the most project accountants in San Francisco?
Most project accountant openings in San Francisco sit in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Accounting & Auditing, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. San Francisco's sustained investment in commercial real estate, transit infrastructure, and technology campuses keeps demand for project-level financial oversight consistently high in those sectors.
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