Accounting Coordinator

dbHMS • Chicago, IL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

At dbHMS, we are a collection of doers and thinkers. We combine our passion for engineering with our client’s vision to realize successful construction projects in our community and worldwide. Together with our clients, we are dedicated to leaving a legacy of stewardship and innovation through our impact on the built environment. Our staff of talented individuals and unique characters is united in their dedication to delivering high-performance, efficient, and sustainable buildings worldwide. Our Administrative team, in our Chicago office is seeking an Accounting Coordinator. This role will support the overall business operations by coordinating bookkeeping, accounts payable, and accounts receivable while working closely with our Staff Accountant, Operations Manager, and other administrative team members. Our dynamic work environment provides the perfect opportunity to advance your career while developing and fine-tuning your skills along with offering a supportive office culture, diverse workforce, flexible work schedules, and regular social events. At dbHMS, you will find everything you need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career. dbHMS is committed to a diverse workforce and to providing a safe, accessible workplace. Most duties will be performed in an office environment. dbHMS currently operates with both hybrid and remote-only work policies. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit and the work typically requires the use of hands to type, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and to talk or hear. The typical week consists of five, eight-hour shifts.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including GAAP (General Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience.
• Professional experience working with confidential and sensitive information.
• Knowledge of state and federal tax form processes.
• Ability to prioritize daily tasks and meet timely obligations with many clients.
• Knowledge of accounting processes and advances mathematical skills.
• Skilled using various accounting software and experience troubleshooting common accounting program problems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Deltek Ajera is a plus.
• Experience with Architectural/Engineering industry is a plus.
• Active CPA license.
• Experience managing or assisting payroll processing.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting transactions (AP, AR, JEs).
• Perform timely bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
• Reconcile accounts payable and receivables.
• Perform weekly bank deposits and reconciliations.
• Coordinate regular review of balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
• Maintain financial data confidentiality.
• Comply with financial policies and regulations.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Insurance - Health, Dental, Vision and Life
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Trade Organization dues Re-Imbursement

What This Job Offers

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