ROLE: Accounting Management & similar positions (various firms)

LOCATION: San Francisco Bay Area, hybrid or in-office

SEEKING:

Building Talent, a premier boutique recruiting agency, is dedicated to sourcing top-tier talent for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) sectors, along with related professional services industries. Our focus is on cultivating a robust network of outstanding project accountants. With years of experience in the field, we've forged strong relationships with numerous firms and CFOs throughout the Bay Area. Recently, we've successfully matched several Accounting Managers with leading companies, and we're eager to continue this trend throughout the next year. We're enthusiastic about connecting with professionals like you to learn about your background and aspirations. By staying in touch, you'll be the first to hear about new career opportunities that align with your expertise and goals.

OVERVIEW:

We are seeking dynamic and experienced Accounting Managers (or similar) looking to join highly regarded Architecture, Design, and Engineering firms in the San Francisco Bay Area. In these key leadership roles, you will oversee and elevate the firm's accounting operations, ensuring seamless financial management while driving efficiency and innovation. Your responsibilities will span from managing budgets and overseeing invoicing, to contributing to the strategic implementation and optimization of accounting systems that align with the firm’s growth and operational goals.

These full-time position offers the opportunity to collaborate with talented, creative teams and make a meaningful impact on the financial health of a forward-thinking organization. If you're passionate about fostering excellence in accounting processes within the AEC industry, we’d love to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accounting Operations: Oversee daily accounting department operations by establishing internal controls and guidelines for transactions, producing periodic financial reports, and managing payroll through a third-party administrator.

• Tax Reporting: Prepare monthly/quarterly sales tax reports, annual San Francisco business tax reports, and other required tax filings.

• Accounts Payable: Ensure accurate processing, auditing, and verification of accounts payable data, manage deposits, reconcile petty cash, and supervise credit card statement reconciliation.

• External Coordination: Collaborate with external advisors and service providers (e.g., attorneys, accountants, insurance brokers, bankers) and manage debt financing and service payments.

• Accounts Receivable/Billing: Oversee invoicing, client account setup, and billing, ensuring timely and accurate client invoicing.

• Financial Liaison: Act as the primary liaison for financial matters with banks and CPAs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or equivalent required.

• Minimum of 7 years related experience required, preferably from an Architectural, Engineering, Design or Construction environment.

• Working knowledge and experience utilizing Deltek (Ajera or Vision) is a definite plus.