As a growing mid-sized landscape architecture services firm, we are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accountant to join our team. This role supports the financial health of the firm by managing core accounting functions, billing, and reporting while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.

Position Summary

The Accountant is responsible for day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger maintenance, billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and financial reporting. This role reports directly to the Director of Finance and works closely with the Controller, project managers and department leads to provide clear, accurate financial insights, ensure processes are followed correctly, and ensure smooth financial operations.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain account files to support accurate financial statements and business planning.
Complete balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
Manage and execute month-end close checklist duties.
Create, review, and send client invoices monthly, working closely with Project Managers to ensure appropriate changes are incorporated before the bill is finalized
Proactively follow up with clients on AR collections, with a focus on invoices outstanding 45-60+ days.
Administer project dormant process to close inactive projects.
Process and audit employee expense reports and company Ramp card submissions to ensure compliance with company policy, and input into our accounting software
Reviews and processes Accounts Payable transactions
New vendor setup and 1099 reporting requirements.
Reconcile daily banking transactions
Prepare Ramp card overhead and exception reporting
Monitor and track timesheet submissions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Assist with financial analysis and provide ad hoc reports as needed.
Build and maintain contract management within VP, ensuring process consistency
Identifies and recommends areas of improvement
Ad hoc reporting and additional duties as needed

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
1+ years of accounting experience, preferably in professional services or project-based firms
Strong understanding of GAAP
Proficiency with accounting systems (experience with Vantage Point or NetSuite a plus).
Advanced Excel skills.
Excellent attention to detail, , organizational, and communication skills.
Process-oriented
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

What We Offer:    

Competitive salary and benefits package  
Please see a list of our benefits on our careers page  
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.  
Collaborative and supportive work environment.  
Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies in landscape design.

Additional Information:   

Work Environment: Monday through Friday 8:30-5:30 with an hour for lunch/breaks. 
Benefits: Health benefits, paid time off, 401(k), to/from office commute paid, or parking provided, and opportunities for career growth within a dynamic and expanding company. 
Salary: Range is $50,000 – 62,000; the offer will be based on experience, skills and background in similar positions.

Physical requirements of the role: 

The ability to sit or stand in a stationary position for extended periods.
Use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, or copy machine and reach with hands and arms and occasional stooping, kneeling or bending.
Close vision acuity to see and read computer screens, and the ability to talk and hear effectively to communicate. 
The ability to lift and carry small parcels or packages or occasionally move boxes weighing up to 20 pounds. 
Occasional movement around the office to access files, use office machinery and the like.

How to Apply:    

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to our Director of Human Resources, Meg Graham at [email protected]    
 