Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

Overview:
We are seeking a proactive Accountant who takes initiative, executes decisively, and develops solutions independently. This role manages project financials from setup through reporting, ensuring accuracy while improving processes within an engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities:
• Project setup and billing- Collect project and client information, enter data, prepare invoices, and monitor receivables.
• Cost analysis- Track project costs, review variances, and support financial decision making.
• Contract and compliance- Review contracts, maintain documentation, and ensure adherence to financial policies and regulations.
• Liaison and reporting- Serve as a financial point of contact, support cross functional communication, and produce accurate reports.
• Process improvement- Identify inefficiencies, recommend improvements, and implement workflow enhancements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Required
• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• 3 to 5 years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver accurate results.

Preferred
• Experience with ERP systems.

Professional Attributes:
• Solution oriented and resourceful.
• Self directed with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Collaborative and client focused.
• Outcome driven with long term perspective.

Gessner Engineering does not sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B, OPT, CPT, TN, or similar) at this time.

Gessner Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic (Race/Color/Gender/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran).