Senior Accountant

BKF Engineers • Los Angeles, CA

18h • $90,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

BKF is a multi-service infrastructure consulting firm providing civil engineering and surveying services across California, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. With offices throughout California and the Portland area, BKF has served transportation, water resources, land development, government, and federal clients for over 110 years.
At BKF, you’ll find a unique opportunity to grow your career with intention. Our culture values professional autonomy, innovation, and meaningful collaboration across offices. We are proud to be recognized with the Great Place to Work certification for the second year in a row.
BKF Engineers is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join our growing Finance team. This role plays a key part in maintaining the integrity of our financial operations, supporting general ledger activities, financial reporting, and compliance.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on professional who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced setting. This position is open to remote work depending on the candidate's location and business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a professional services or project-based environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls.
• Proficiency with Deltek Vantagepoint/Vision or similar ERP systems required.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial reporting tools.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and communication skills.
• Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.
• Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.

Nice To Haves

• CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred.
• Experience in the A/E/C industry (Architecture, Engineering, Construction).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support AP and AR processes, including company credit cards, employee expense reimbursement, vendor set up, document verification, vendor invoice review, daily cash receipt application and timely payments.
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations and analyses, including: Cash, revenue, and expenses
• Accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Unbilled services (WIP), fixed assets, and credit cards
• Job cost variance, suspense, and clearing accounts
• Support revenue recognition (ASC 606), WIP analysis, and job cost allocations.
• Assist with tax filings and reporting, including 1099s, business taxes, and 571-L filings.
• Conduct internal control reviews for accuracy and compliance with GAAP, tax and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in preparing financial reports, including flux variance analysis.
• Support external audits and financial reviews.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Perform additional accounting and finance duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries, profit sharing, and 401k.
• Generous paid time off packages.
• 9 Paid Holidays.
• Flexible schedules.
• Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations.

What This Job Offers

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