Accountant

PGA • Temple Terrace, FL

2d

About The Position

Patel, Greene & Associates is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accountant to join our accounting team. This position is available in all of our offices. The successful candidate will support the organization’s financial operations by handling core accounting responsibilities and assisting with invoices, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other accounting/administrative tasks. This position will work closely with the Project Controls Team, the Controller, and the CFO to ensure accurate financial records, smooth transactional workflows, and efficient month-end processes. The candidate’s initial focus will be on learning about our financial systems, understanding our accounting procedures, and providing consistent transactional support. This position supports career growth and leadership within a firm committed to elevating both communities and its people.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1-3 years of progressive accounting or financial analysis experience

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of GAAP and project-based accounting principles
• Knowledge of job costing, WIP reporting, and revenue recognition in a professional services environment
• Understanding of overhead rate calculations and indirect cost allocations
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Ajera, Deltek, or similar)
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, advanced formulas, financial modeling
• Ability to shift between tasks quickly and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Ability to interpret project financial data and provide actionable insights
• Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end and year-end close, including journal entries and general ledger maintenance
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations and resolve discrepancies across projects and departments
• Process financial transactions, including customer receipts, vendor bills, and A/P payment batches
• Manage project setup and billing, ensuring accurate contract terms, rates, and funding allocations
• Prepare and issue customer invoices, and communicate with clients regarding billing inquiries and A/R aging
• Collaborate with project managers to monitor budgets, billings, and cost forecasts
• Maintain vendor records and communicate with vendors to resolve billing discrepancies
• Support financial reporting, variance analysis, and cash flow tracking related to project activity
• Assist with audit requests and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes

Benefits

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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level