Summary

Perform complex and detailed reconciliations and accounting close processes. Conduct research and critical analyses. Identify, prioritize, and resolve complex financial problems that may involve multiple areas of SERA operations, including: identification of underlying issues; recognizing exceptions; and recommending solutions.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Prepare journal entries, workpapers and reconciliations for monthly and yearly general ledger close.
2. Review weekly Accounts Payable transactions.
3. Review, analyze, and report errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and report findings to the Senior Accountant and/or Controller.
4. Maintain fixed asset ledger and routinely calculate depreciation and amortization.
5. Prepare monthly analysis of general ledger accounts.
6. Interpret and apply internal policies and external regulations; and create and/or review compliance reports that may be complex.
7. Assess client and business needs; formulate recommendations to determine approach to managing and completing processes.
8. Periodically prepare client invoices and assist project managers in ensuring accurate accounting data.
9. Create reports for a variety of internal and external audiences.
10. Assist in the preparation and analysis of annual departmental budgets.
11. Assist in training and reviewing the work of other staff.
12. Model the firm’s values and core commitments, ensuring alignment with internal expectations for professionalism, collaboration, and ethical behavior. 
13. Respect and reinforce established firm policies and processes. 
14. Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

•  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
•  Minimum of 3 years accounting experience required.
•  Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or Deltek for Professional Services preferred.
•  Architectural/Engineering/Construction industry experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

•  Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
•  High proficiency in Excel analytical functionality (pivot tables, queries etc.).
•  Ability to apply professionalism and discretion in handling of confidential information.
•  Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines under pressure.
•  Ability to prioritize and efficiently complete duties of position.
•  Takes initiative, evokes process improvements, and can work collaboratively.
•  Action-oriented, approachable and customer-focused attitude.
•  Professional verbal and written communication skills.
•  Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

SERA Architects Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer