Accounting Manager

Plunkett Raysich Architects, LLP•Milwaukee, WI

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for project accounting and firmwide financial reporting using generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This position will be responsible for daily, weekly and monthly accounting tasks and activities including payroll law, accounts payable, accounts receivable and related procedures. Works with CFO to develop and maintain accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. The Accounting Manager has the opportunity to take on a leadership role in the firm. Demonstrate our Core Values: -Creativity -We approach every task with curiosity, imagination, experience and flexibility to create inspired and enduring solutions. -Collaboration -We are a trusted advisor on which others rely. Working hand-in-hand with clients, industry partners, and each other is embedded in our process. -Commitment -We deliver exceptional service and responsiveness to our clients, communities, and colleagues, consistently striving to enhance our expertise.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration
CMA or CPA designation or candidate preferred
Five plus years of experience in field, or closely related field
Knowledge of GAAP and how to apply them to routine and complex business environments
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports and business correspondence
Ability to effectively analyze and present information and respond to questions from leadership, clients and peers
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference while applying concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Ability to analyze and solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel
Experience with Deltek preferred or ability to learn new software systems
Ability to address multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, work independently and demonstrate self-discipline.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, seek assistance as needed to draw valid conclusions
Ability to work with IT on software upgrades and determine software requirements
Embrace and demonstrate the PRA Core Values of Creativity, Collaboration and Commitment

Nice To Haves

CMA or CPA designation or candidate preferred

Responsibilities

Communicate with internal and external team members on task assignments
Prepare reports which summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income and expenses based on past, present, and expected operations
Prepare other long-term and short-term financial statements as needed
Analyze and report on projects financials monthly
Prepares budgets and reviews necessary supporting documentation and justification and reports them to CFO
Analyze business costs, revenues, financial commitments and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses or to provide advice to CFO and Partners
Assist in month and year end closings, and applicable reporting
Prepare reports required by regulatory agencies
Track firmwide cash flow and report to CFO
Assist in maintaining firm state professional and business licenses and determine new state requirements
Establishes/maintains relations with banks, financial institutions, outside auditors, insurance brokers and clients
Coordinate the preparation of reports and schedules for all tax filings for firm and partnership
Manage financial records for special firm entities
Assess accounting and payroll systems to ensure functionality meets the firm’s needs. Support product upgrades and system transitions.
Work with Project Managers to ensure client and consultant contracts are correctly setup and updated in the accounting system
Assists Partners and Project managers in updating project plans as contracts and amendments are sent and/or received
Monitor client invoices for accuracy and contract compliance
Provide review and backup support for all accounting and payroll functions
Work with CFO on business insurance renewals for Professional Liability and General Insurances
Manage Certificate of Insurance issuance for clients