Senior Project Accountant

Perkins&Will•Seattle, WA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Seattle studio is seeking a Senior Project Accountant with 5+ years of experience to join our team! This role involves partnering with Project Managers and office leadership to monitor project financial performance. The Senior Project Accountant will also perform various accounting functions, conduct financial analysis, and support reporting requirements.

Requirements

5+ years of experience
Analytical skills
Shows initiative and ability to work well independently and with others
Exhibits strong organization, attention to detail, and time management skills
Able to pivot and have a “hands on” working style
Deltek/Vantagepoint
Advanced proficiency using Microsoft programs: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
An associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, related field, or equivalent experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Teams with Project Managers and office leadership to track project financial performance including reviewing project work plans, budgets, and staffing plans for fee alignment; provides project financial training as needed.
Performs accounting functions including time and expense reporting, client invoicing, collections, accounts receivable, accounts payable, journal entries, etc.
Conducts reporting and analysis of monthly financial and operational metrics, ad-hoc financial analysis to support executive decision making, budget, and variance analysis.
Supports the annual operations plan.
Prepares and files all local Business License Applications, Sales & Use Tax Returns, and occupancy tax returns if required by the office.
Supports the reporting requirements of the firmwide corporate accounting group.
Maintains open communication with other offices on projects that are coordinated among multiple studios to work.