Staff Accountant
Job Description
Job Description Job Description DESCRIPTION Hiring a Staff Accountant to join our Columbus office with 3-5 years of professional experience with the energy and motivation to be part of a growing team and professional family. We are seeking talented individuals who display great attention to detail and a desire for continual learning, who thrive in a collaborative team environment, and who demonstrate a high degree of integrity, professionalism, and entrepreneurial spirit. This position will support the Company's Director of Finance with many tasks related to the daily operations of the Finance Department.
Key responsibilities will include:
Accounts payable processing including vendor set up, invoice approval review, GL code set-up, 1099 reporting, check runs, and account follow-up Processing basic journal entries and reconciling GL accounts as assigned Assisting the Director of Finance with onboarding new staff, collecting and posting timecards, responding to employee inquiries and processing payroll Serving as backup with project accounting responsibilities to include: Gaining an understanding of contract terms to correctly set up project invoicing Data or invoice entry into any client web-based project management or billing portals Coordinating consultant invoices and payments in accordance with agreements Proactively managing aged bills and overcoming payment objections Serving as back up to the Operations Manager on vendor/consultant agreements and project management software and other project administration tasks Acting as the main administrative contact for the Finance department by collecting mail, ordering supplies, managing the accounting email, fielding inquiries and any additional general administrative functions as needed
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
Must have at least 3 years' experience in a similar role Experience in the A/E/C industry strongly preferred Bachelor's degree in accounting or business-related field with 5 years' experience preferred Proficiency with office and accounting software, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and QuickBooks and/or other Accounting Software. Experience in software implementation a plus Attention to detail, exceptional organization, and time-management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills to work with a diverse team of designers and project managers Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment including the ability to meet deadlines and how to escalate workflows when necessary Quick study on using technology in support of accounting processes Desire to continually learn
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with your experience. Our benefits package includes: 401k retirement plan with 3% Safe Harbor Employer Contribution Profit sharing bonus opportunities Healthcare and vision insurance, with optional dental coverage Eight paid holidays Paid Time Off (PTO) combining vacation, sick, and personal time, providing you with greater flexibility to use your time off Flexible schedule Reimbursement for professional development and certifications Growth and development opportunities, including the opportunity to learn from an experienced Finance Director and Controller A casual, fun, and collaborative working environment with exceptional people