Accounting Clerk (Westchester, IL)

FGM Architects•Westchester, FL

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

About Us FGMA is an employee-owned architecture firm with a strong emphasis on service. Since 1945, our projects have responded to the goals of our clients, the context of their sites, the environment that sustains them, and the communities they serve. We serve clients in PK-12 Education, Higher Education, Municipal, Public Safety, Recreation, Federal, and Corporate sectors from our offices in Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin, Texas, and Virginia. We build communities — and that includes our internal community. Joining the FGM Architects team isn’t just taking a job — it’s becoming part of a collaborative, supportive environment where we learn, grow, and succeed together . We teach, inspire, and serve one another every day. The Role We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team. This role provides essential support for accounting, project-related tasks, and general office operations. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, efficient, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in an accounting-related role
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Clear and professional communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher (preferred)
Experience in the architecture, engineering, or construction industry (preferred)
Familiarity with Deltek Vantagepoint or Deltek Vision (a plus)
Experience with job cost coding (a plus)

Responsibilities

Perform full Accounts Payable functions, resolving documentation and payment issues with managers, vendors, and clients
Record cash receipts and process electronic deposits
Process employee expense reimbursements and company credit card transactions
Set up and maintain client, vendor, and project data in Deltek accounting software
Maintain accurate and organized accounting files, project folders, and tracking sheets
Assist with preparation of monthly project billing and timely posting of consultant invoices
Support annual processes such as issuing 1099 tax forms
Request and track certificates of insurance
File and archive permanent project and client records
Provide general administrative assistance to the accounting team and leadership
Assist with additional accounting duties as needed