Senior Project Accountant

SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and move us closer to a carbon-free future. Care to join us?

The Sacramento office of SmithGroupis looking for aSenior Project Accountantto join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Partner with Project Managers in setting up the projects effectively and in managing the project throughout its lifecycle.
• Be fully immersed in the client contract to be certain everyone has a good understanding of the financial/billing details.
• Partner with Studio Leaders and Project Managers to maintain, analyze, and enter project budgets and client billing information (including client billing tables) in the project accounting system Deltek Vision.
• Partner with Studio Leaders and Project Managers to review contract billing terms and prepare client invoices and supporting documentation through the project accounting system.
• Partner with Project Managers to research and resolve project billing or payment discrepancies with clients.
• Partner with Project Managers with regards to budgeting and putting together the project plans.
• Maintain integrity of client contract and billing files, including tracking various contract amendments or modifications.
• Provide management with supporting documentation related to actual costs, contract terms, budgets and billing information to assist them in analyzing project revenue.
• Resolve issues associated with the application of client payments.
• Provide support to studio leaders or project managers on collections.
• Train or direct the activities of the project accountant.
• Direct accounts payable regarding payments to consultants.
• Prepare, analyze, and present management reports.
• Assist in other accounting areas as requested or assigned.
• Prepare and participate in the annual audit.

An ideal candidate has:

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four to six years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in accounting systems (i.e. Deltek Vision).
• The ability to concisely and definitively explain accounting results and issues to management in response to questions or during regular meetings or reviews.
• The ability to communicate concisely and accurately via verbal or written means.
• The ability to present complex issues/data with high level of clarity and impact.
• Attention to detail and works well in a team environment.
• The ability to maintain confidential information.

SmithGroup's competitive compensation and benefit package is designed meet the needs of a diverse staff. The anticipated salary range for this position is $71,0000.00 to $94,000.00 annually, at the time of posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for this position. Additionally, an employee in this position is eligible for a performance-based bonus on an annual basis. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We provide an opportunity to invest in your future through our401(k) program with employer matching and a continuing educationreimbursement. We offer 3 weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment, with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, and parental leave benefits. SmithGroup also promotes a healthy work/life balance for our staff which includesan alternative work schedule that provides employees with an additional 15 days off per year (usually Fridays), as well as hybrid work options that give our team the flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture or remotely, as needed.

If you are not sure that you meet all of the suggested qualifications described above, please don't leave this page. Your talents and attributes could be just what we're looking for - and we strongly encourage you to apply. If you need additional accommodations to complete the application process, please contact careers@smithgroup.com.