Project and Accounting Specialist
Psomas10 months ago
Seattle, WA, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Our Accounting Team in Seattle, WA is seeking a talented Project and Accounting Specialist. In this full-time role you will collaborate with our corporate office to provide billing, timesheet processing, accounts payable and other accounting support for our engineering, survey, and construction management teams. You will work with multiple Project Managers, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing with an emphasis on high-volume project billing. Enjoy working in a dog-friendly office with stunning Puget Sound views near iconic landmarks like the Sculpture Park, Pike Place Market, and the Space Needle – all while benefiting from a hybrid schedule of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete monthly project billing in compliance with client and contract specifications, accurately and in a timely manner.
- Effectively communicate with Project Managers regarding billings, contract documents, change orders, and other contract modifications.
- Set up new projects using accounting software according to contract, client, and project manager direction.
- Facilitate expense and credit card reporting, ensuring timely and accurate coding and processing.
- Coordinate the processing and coding of accounts payable.
- Interact with clients to assist in resolving accounting-related issues.
- Serve as a resource for staff with accounting-related questions.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of general accounting experience.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint) with intermediate proficiency in Excel.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse internal and external clients.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to follow through and complete assigned tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience within the Architecture, Engineering, Construction (AEC) industry.
- Knowledge and experience with Deltek Vision accounting software.
Benefits & Perks
- Enjoy a hybrid and flexible work schedule with a balance between family and work life in a beautiful waterfront office setting.
- Competitive salary: The generally expected range for this position is $35.00 - $41.00/hour depending on experience.
- 8 Paid Holidays & 3 Weeks of PTO (includes WA Sick Leave).
- Inclusive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for employees and qualifying family members, a 401(k) with immediate company match, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan fully paid by Psomas.
- Opportunities for career pathing, training, and professional development.
Required Skills
Cost Accounting
Expense Reporting
Project Coordination
Interpersonal Communication
Teamwork
Detail Orientation
Accounts Payable
Microsoft Office Suite
Project Billing
Timesheet Processing
Analytical Skills
Excel