About the RoleAKRF is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations within a fast-paced engineering and environmental consulting firm. This role will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and project-based accounting standards. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced accountant who understands project-based revenue, WIP, and job costing in a professional services environment.
Job Responsibilities:General Accounting & Close
- Lead the preparation and review of journal entries (accruals, prepaids, allocations)
- Coordinate and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities
- Prepare and review general ledger reconciliations, including bank and balance sheet accounts
- Assist with financial statement preparation, variance analysis, and management reporting
- Analyze financial results and provide recommendations to improve accuracy and efficiency
Project Accounting Support
- Support and review revenue recognition (percentage-of-completion / time & materials)
- Analyze Work-in-Progress (WIP), deferred revenue, and project profitability
- Partner with project accountants and project managers to review project financials, budgets, forecasts, and profitability
- Assist in resolving complex project accounting issues and ensuring accurate project reporting
Compliance & Audit
- Lead support for the annual audit (and other agencies' audits) and tax preparation processes
- Maintain and enhance documentation to ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls
- Assist with the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of accounting policies and procedures
- Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable accounting standards
Process Improvement
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve accounting workflows, reporting, and internal controls
- Support ERP system enhancements, automation initiatives, and process optimization
- Participate in cross-functional projects to improve financial reporting and operational efficiency
Essential Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5-8 years of progressive accounting experience (professional services, engineering, or consulting preferred)
- CPA certification or CPA-track preferred
- Strong understanding of:
- Revenue recognition
- Project/job costing and WIP
- Financial statement preparation and analysis
- GAAP
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Deltek Vision, Vantagepoint, or similar)
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and mentor junior staff
CompensationCompensation will range from $90K to $110K, commensurate with experience.
What We OfferWe provide employees with a benefit package that reflects our respect for your workplace contributions, professional goals, and personal priorities. The benefits program at AKRF includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Vacation and Sick time
- Flexible work schedules and locations
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Stock Ownership
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Training and professional development courses
- Opportunities for community outreach through internal networks
- Charitable donation match
- Transit/parking program
Work Authorization Disclaimer Applicants should be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time they apply. Please note that AKRF is not able to sponsor employment visas for this position, now or in the future.
Any offer of employment will be contingent upon verification of authorization to work in the United States, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
