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 Los Angeles office of SmithGroup is looking for a Project Accountant to join our team. Working with us, you will: • Assist with the set-up and maintenance of project budgets and client billing information (including client billing tables) in the project accounting system (e.g., Deltek Vision). • Work with studio leaders, project managers, and possibly senior project accountants to prepare client invoices and supporting documentation through the electronic project accounting system. • Partner and build a strong relationship with the project manager from the inception to completion of each project. • Assist with the electronic reconciliation and maintenance of client contract, billing files, and consultant invoices. • Assist with the application of client payments. • Assist with the research and resolution of payment discrepancies. • Provide support to studio leaders or project managers on collections. • Work with accounts payable to pay consultants. • Provide support for the preparation of management reports, monthly project reviews, and audit deliverables. • File and retrieve electronic invoices and statements within a paperless accounting system. • Assist in other accounting areas as requested or assigned. An ideal candidate has: • An associate’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Business program, or equivalent, from a two-year college or technical school, and two years related experience and/or training. • 2+ years of experience with Accounting software, preferably Deltek Vision. • The ability to retain and apply accounting policies and procedures. • High proficiency in Excel, Adobe Acrobat, SharePoint, and Outlook. • Attention to detail, accuracy, data input, and organization, while exhibiting excellent customer service and communication skills under pressure. • Experience with complex client invoicing such as consultant invoices and employee expense reports, preferably in an electronic format. • The ability to manage multiple deadlines in a busy office environment and deal with competing priorities/requests. • Experience performing accounting for the architectural, engineering, or construction professions and experience working with auditors and/or monthly project financial reviews is preferred. SmithGroup's competitive compensation and benefit package is designed meet the needs of a diverse staff. The anticipated salary range for this position is $25.48 to $29.33, 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 our 401(k) program with employer matching and a continuing education reimbursement. 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 includes an 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