Your Role
The Accounting Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the accounting department and provides financial leadership and management for the North Central Region. This requires a close working relationship with the regional Accounting staff, Regional & Firmwide Finance Teams, as well as Office Directors, Studio Directors and Design Managers. The Accounting Manager ensures that local and Firmwide policies and protocols are followed, mentors and supports accounting staff, manages the weekly payment processing and monthly revenue and billing close. The Accounting Manager must be proficient in all accounting software tools and reporting modules, in order to train staff and troubleshoot technical problems that arise within the department.
What You Will Do
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Serves as an integral member of office management and leadership team
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Oversees billing and fee management operations in the office and ensures that all financial activities are consistent with GAAP, company policies and procedures
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Closely manages accounts payable, collections, billing, overhead expenses
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Monitors accounts receivable, collaborate and coordinate collection efforts
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Identify opportunities and lead initiatives for process improvements
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Provides training to the new hires, Studio Leaders, Design Managers and staff on internal accounting and project accounting systems, processes, and procedures
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Together with the Firmwide Accounting Team, supports tax/accounting audits
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Financial Reporting as required
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Review and Process Bad Debt Write-offs
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Review and Approve weekly Expense Report entries for payment
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Review and Approve corporate credit card process
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Monthly Analysis of General Ledger accounts
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Maintain Balance Sheet Accounts & Monthly Journal Entries
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Participate in Firmwide Accounting Manager calls and initiatives
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Working with Regional Finance Director, maintain an efficient regional team that can function independently
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Train and support staff on new or existing financial tools and processes
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Support/Perform Project Accounting & Accounts Payable roles when required
Your Qualifications
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Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance; MBA or CPA qualification desirable
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Accounting professional with 8+ years of related experience
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Experience with Deltek Vision desirable
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Ability to manage multiple and shifting priorities in a dynamic environment, and produce accurate and timely deliverables
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Excellent business communication, supervisory, organizational, and analytical skills
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Ability to communicate effectively with people from different backgrounds, different levels of experience, both internal and external to the company
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Provide staff members with an “open door policy” to allow individuals to feel free to communicate with you and other members of the management team
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Highly organized, detail oriented with a high level of accuracy
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Proactive and able to work effectively alone and in a team environment
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Proficient in data management with strong excel skills
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Well written with excellent verbal communication skills
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Able to respond to vendors, consultants, and staff in a timely and professional manner
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Experience with international taxes and multiple currencies preferred
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Maintain effectiveness in hybrid work environment
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.
As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
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