Gensler Looking for Project Accountant at New York, NY  Full Time

Your Role

As a Gensler Project Accountant, you will be responsible for financial account management and analysis for the firm’s projects and business practices. You will be successful because you are highly organized and passionate about ensuring the fiscal health of assigned projects throughout the entire project life cycle, from project due diligence through client invoicing and collections. Join a team of highly creative, collaborative colleagues and partner with Gensler project managers to ensure our projects are not only beautiful, but financially sound.

What You Will Do

• Determine and set up best billing terms and invoice formats

• Interpret financial data in contracts and billings and accurately convey them

• Work closely with Design Managers, clients and consultants to discuss billing and financial issues

• Prepare and process invoices in line with project contractual arrangements

• Adhere to the monthly invoicing deadlines

• Manage Subconsultant PO & AP Process through Coupa

• Retrieve and match back-up to invoices where necessary

• Maintain and monitor project specific budgets / spreadsheets / reports

• Meet regularly with Design Managers and Studio Directors to review schedule, billing, held time and collection issues

• Prepare journal entries and research General ledger issues

• Develop understanding of our accounting software so that you are seen as an expert and a resource to staff

• Cross-train and work closely with other team members so that we function as a cohesive and high performing team.

• Assist the team with any ad-hoc projects or analyses.

Your Qualifications

• Relevant Accounting certification

• 4+ years experience in Project Accounting and Sales Ledger

• Working knowledge and understanding of VAT

• Experience of dealing with international currencies and exchange rates

• Experience in A/E industry or a professional services firm preferred

• Proficient using Advanced Excel, Word, E-mail and the Internet

• Knowledge of Deltek Vision a plus

• Excellent organizational skills as well as a high attention to detail

• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels

• Must be able to prioritize and meet deadlines

• Ability to work within a team environment and work independently

• Analytical, Proactive, Problem solver

**The base salary range will be estimated between $75-85k plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

Life at Gensler

We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership and twice annual bonus opportunities.

Gensler celebrates diversity and our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

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