Accounting Assistant

Kimley-Horn • West Palm Beach, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking an Accounting Assistant to join its regional Project Accounting team in the West Palm Beach, Florida office. This is not a remote position. The role supports Project Accountants and the full project lifecycle, handling accounting and business-related tasks for internal teams and external clients. The successful candidate will work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and communicate effectively to help achieve team goals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of relevant accounting experience or coursework.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• High degree of professionalism and strong people skills.
• Excellent team player.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Deltek CostPoint proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Accountants with business-related tasks for internal and external client requests.
• Prepare and send monthly invoices, including required expense backup, timesheet detail, pay applications, and client-specific invoicing documentation.
• Partner with Project Accountants to monitor unpaid invoices and follow up to collect accounts receivable balances.
• Work with accounting team members to support business functions throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Monitor and collect accounts receivable by working directly with clients.
• Evaluate incoming payments to ensure proper cash application.
• Process accounts payable, overhead invoices, and check requests, and respond to vendor inquiries.
• Prepare cash receipt backup.
• Enter data into internal and external accounting systems.
• Review client contracts to ensure accurate project setup.
• Manage electronic contracts and documents.
• Assist with other general accounting support functions as required.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation, plus an additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in the 401(k).
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED