Accountant
Our client is a specialized engineering consultancy that supports investigative and consulting work for a mix of legal, insurance, and commercial clients. The firm operates with a close‑knit, collaborative culture where teams work closely across projects and disciplines. The environment is flexible, hands‑on, and practical, with an emphasis on doing high‑quality work without unnecessary hierarchy. Projects are technical in nature and require thoughtful analysis, clear documentation, and teamwork.
This role supports the accounting and financial operations of an engineering consultancy operating on billable hours. The position is responsible for managing core accounting functions, supporting project‑based billing, and providing clear financial reporting to firm leadership. The ideal candidate has experience in professional services and understands how time, utilization, and project performance impact revenue.
Responsibilities
- Manage day‑to‑day accounting operations including general ledger, journal entries, and month‑end close
- Prepare financial statements and internal management reports
- Support client billing aligned with billable hours, project phases, and engagement terms
- Track work‑in‑progress, revenue recognition, and utilization metrics
- Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Support tax compliance, audit preparation, and regulatory filings
- Work closely with leadership to improve financial processes and reporting accuracy
- Maintain accounting systems, time‑tracking tools, and related workflows
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of professional accounting experience, preferably within engineering, consulting, or other billable‑hour environments
- Strong knowledge of financial accounting, reporting, and general ledger management
- Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
- Familiarity with project‑based billing and professional services revenue recognition
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and advanced Excel skills
- CPA certification is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Comfortable working in a hybrid environment
If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in learning more, please don't hesitate to apply.
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