Accounting Manager

KJ is seeking an Accounting Manager based out of our Portland location to lead and oversee accounts receivable and billing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the monthly revenue recognition process including the oversight of earned value calculations for percent complete projects.
• Assist with and help manage audits including financial, ERISA, R&D overhead, government, client, and other audits as they occur.
• Manage the project billers including reviewing accuracy of project set ups, WIP generation, billings (such as invoice lead times, corrections/adjustments, etc.) and close-outs.
• Act as a liaison between operations and accounting functions including but not limited to billing, accounts payable, project financials, timesheets, etc.
• Ensure the consistent application of KJ accounting policy related to billing and projects records.
• Review/Analyze key performance indicators/metrics for projects to support management and identify areas of process improvement.
• Complete ad hoc audits of project financials, including variance reporting, WIP analysis, budget reconciliation and other project reporting.
• Oversee the proper reconciliation of variances that occur in the application of cash.
• Assist the Controller in the filing of monthly, quarterly and annual taxes related to gross receipts/revenue.
• Recommend and implement agreed procedure improvements to the billing process.
• Assist in the generation of journal entries for month end close.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Assist the controller to maintain systems and procedures to assure adequate internal controls for the protection of corporate assets, accurate reporting of operations, and risk management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or other business-related degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• 7+ years of progressive experience, preferably in an architecture or engineering environment.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office products and project-based accounting software (preferably BST10).
• Ability to interact professionally both internally and externally at all levels of an organization.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills and a client-oriented service attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as a valuable member of the team.

Kennedy Jenks supports a healthy work-life balance and utilizes a hybrid model of home and office work to empower our people to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Salary range for this position is anticipated to be $95,000 to $120,000, and may vary based upon education, experience, qualifications, licensure/certifications and geographic location.

Benefits summary: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k, bonus opportunities, tuition reimbursement, professional registration support, a competitive PTO and holiday plan, and other benefits and programs.

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