Staff Accountant

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Staff Accountant Full Time Resource II New York, NY, US 18 days ago Requisition ID: 1448 Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually About the Role AKRF is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations within a fast-paced engineering and environmental consulting firm. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and project-based accounting standards. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced accountant who understands project-based revenue, WIP, and job costing in a professional services environment. Job Responsibilities General Accounting & Close Prepare and post journal entries (accruals, prepaids, allocations) Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities Reconcile general ledger accounts, including bank and balance sheet accounts Assist with financial statement preparation and variance analysis Project Accounting Support Support revenue recognition (percentage-of-completion / time & materials) Analyze Work-in-Progress (WIP) and deferred revenue balances Partner with project accountants to review project financials, budgets, and profitability Compliance & Audit Support annual audit (and other agencies’ audits) and tax preparation processes Maintain documentation to ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls Assist with implementation and adherence to accounting policies and procedures Process Improvement Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and reporting Support ERP system enhancements and automation initiatives Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field 3-5 years of accounting experience (professional services, engineering, or consulting preferred) CPA or CPA-track preferred but not required Strong understanding of: GAAP Revenue recognition Project/job costing and WIP Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Vision, Vantagepoint, or similar) Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis) Compensation Compensation will range from $80k to $90K, and commensurate with experience. Why Work at AKRF Founded in 1981, AKRF is an award-winning consulting firm with 400 planners, engineers, designers, economists, ecologists, geologists, historians, archaeologists, acousticians, and many other types of professionals guided by the belief that to be original is to be transformative. What We Offer We provide employees with a benefit package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The benefits program at AKRF includes: Vacation and Sick time Flexible work schedules and locations 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching Additional Voluntary Life Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability Stock Ownership Tuition Reimbursement Training and professional development courses Opportunities for community outreach through internal networks Transit/parking program Work Authorization Disclaimer Applicants should be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time they apply. Please note that AKRF is not able to sponsor employment visas for this position, now or in the future. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon verification of authorization to work in the United States, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Equal Opportunity Company AKRF enforces a policy of equal employment opportunity in our daily operations. The firm has a demonstrated history of hiring, training, developing, promoting and retaining minority group members and women. All employment-related decisions are based solely on relevant criteria and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity, caregiver status, military/veteran status or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr