Senior Accountant

Description Your role at GEI. Reporting to the Controller, the Senior Accountant supports the implementation, maintenance, and review of corporate policies and internal controls, assists with technical accounting research related to new and proposed accounting standards, and manages the general ledger. The Senior Accountant will perform the following - Essential Responsibilities & Duties Reconcile and maintain balance sheet and general ledger accounts. Contribute to an accurate and timely month end close process, including preparation of journal entries. Assist with monthly/quarterly/yearly internal reporting requirements and analyses. Support and assist with the internal and external audit functions. Recording and managing leases in lease software and creating related journal entries ensuring compliance with ASC 842. Participate in merger and acquisition due diligence and integration. Liaise with tax accountants to track tax payments/returns and prepare sales and use tax returns. Analyze, research, and recommend new and proposed accounting, reporting, and disclosure standards. Audit corporate financial procedures and processes for compliance and recommend improvement and efficiencies. Implement and maintain reporting procedures to comply with internal control requirements. Pricing compliance, including public agency submittals, and supporting preparation of audited overhead rates. Participate in other projects as required. Minimum Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a professional services firm Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required, Master's in Accounting, Finance, MBA, or CPA a plus. Working knowledge of GAAP and tax regulations. Thorough knowledge of accounting and financial procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office product, particularly Excel Pivot tables, Lookups, Power Pivots. Strong data input, query, and report generation capabilities with enterprise software such as Deltek, Oracle, SAP, or BST required. Experience with BST is preferred. International experience, specifically in Canada preferred. Merger and acquisition experience a plus. We are GEI. Some of the world's most pressing problems - from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply - need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow. We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients' most complex challenges. With nearly 60 offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. Employee-owned. Employee-focused. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs - we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded - which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI's career site here . GEI's Total Rewards Package Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave Commuter Benefits Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program Rewards and Recognition GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k) Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here ) A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion And More... WORK ENVIRONMENT Functional Demands: X Sedentary Light Medium Other Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row) Physical Activity Requirements Occasional (0-35% of day) Frequent (33-66% of day) Continuous (67-100% of day) Not Applicable Sitting X Standing X Walking X Climbing X Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds) (0-25 lbs) Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds) (0-25 lbs) Carrying objects X Push/pull X Twisting X Bending X Reaching forward X Reaching overhead X Squat/kneel/crawl X Wrist position deviation X Pinching/fine motor skills X Keyboard use/repetitive motion X Taste or smell X Talk or hear X Accurate 20/40 Very Accurate 20/20 Not Applicable Near Vision X Far Vision X Yes No Not Applicable Color Discrimination X Sensory Requirements Minimal Moderate Accurate Not Applicable Depth perception X Hearing X Environment Requirements Occupational Exposure Risk Potential Reasonably Anticipated Not Anticipated Blood borne pathogens X Chemical X Airborne communicable diseases X Extreme temperatures X Radiation X Uneven surfaces or elevations X Extreme noise levels X Dust/particular matter X Other (exposure risks): Usual workday hours : X 8 10 12 Other work hours GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.

Created: 2024-11-05