Project Accountant

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

SmithGroup is looking for a Project Accountant to join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Assist with the set-up and maintenance of project budgets and client billing information (including client billing tables) in the project accounting system (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics).
• Work with studio leaders, project managers, and project accountant supervisors to prepare client invoices and supporting documentation through the electronic project accounting system.
• Partner and build a strong relationship with the project manager from the inception to completion of each project.
• Assist with the electronic reconciliation and maintenance of client contract, billing files, and consultant invoices.
• Assist with the application of client payments.
• Assist with the research and resolution of payment discrepancies.
• Provide support to studio leaders or project managers on collections.
• Work with accounts payable to pay consultants.
• Provide support for the preparation of management reports, monthly project reviews, and audit deliverables.
• File and retrieve electronic invoices and statements within a paperless accounting system.
• Assist in other accounting areas as requested or assigned.
  
  

An ideal candidate has:

• An associate’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business program, or equivalent, from a two-year college or technical school, and two years related experience and/or training.
• 2+ years of experience with Accounting software, preferably Microsoft Dynamics.
• The ability to retain and apply accounting policies and procedures.
• High proficiency in Excel, Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, and Outlook.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, data input, and organization, while exhibiting excellent customer service and communication skills under pressure.
• Experience with complex client invoicing such as consultant invoices and employee expense reports, preferably in an electronic format.
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines in a busy office environment and deal with competing priorities/requests.
• Experience performing accounting for the architectural, engineering, or construction professions and experience working with auditors and/or monthly project financial reviews is preferred.
  
  

At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $22.60 to $30.29 per hour dependent on the location you reside in. You are eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a work week and a performance-based bonus each year. To be considered for this role, please create a profile and apply!

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