Our client, a growing, privately held professional services firm in the northwest metro, is seeking an Accountant to support core accounting, payroll, and administrative finance functions. Continued growth has created the need for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, service-focused environment.
This role is well-suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, enjoys supporting project teams, and brings strong ownership over day-to-day accounting operations.
Position Summary
This role will be responsible for a broad range of general accounting and payroll activities, working closely with senior accounting leadership and cross-functional project teams. The role supports invoicing, accounts receivable, payroll processing, expense review, and financial administration, while serving as a reliable internal partner to operations and HR leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Operations
- Support annual fee structures, unit schedules, and client invoicing
- Assist project management teams with accounting-related administrative processes
- Monitor accounts receivable activity and follow up on outstanding items
- Enter and maintain unit-based accounting entries
- Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and exceptions
- Partner with senior accounting leadership on financial updates and reporting needs
Payroll, HR & Compliance Support
- Process payroll and support payroll-related audits
- Assist with filing, documentation, and compliance maintenance
- Review timesheets and expense reports for field-based staff
Additional Accounting Support
Set up new vendors and process vendor, trade partner, and consultant invoices
Process corporate credit cards and employee expense reports
Manage cash receipts and daily bank activity
Provide backup accounting support as needed across the team
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience
- Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field (Bachelor’s preferred)
- 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience
- Prior experience in a professional services or consulting environment preferred
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel proficiency important)
- Experience with project-based accounting systems (Deltek Ajera a plus)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Core Competencies
- Strong collaboration skills; able to partner effectively with operations and accounting teams
- Clear written and verbal communication
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- High level of organization, accuracy, and follow-through
- Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a deadline-driven environment
Work Structure & Expectations
- Full-time, Monday–Friday business hours
- Primarily office-based role
- Occasional travel (up to ~15%) to a secondary Midwest office location
- Sedentary position with standard office equipment usage