FirstCarbon Solutions (FCS), an ADEC Innovation, is focused on improving the world we live in by advancing sustainable practices globally. It's our goal to improve the lives of all people we work with, whether they are clients, partners, or colleagues. By joining FCS, you will work with highly skilled, technical teams that are dedicated to doing what it takes to meet our clients' needs. FCS is focused on advancing the skills and experiences of our staff and has opportunities that expand the globe.

FCS is searching for an experienced, focused, and self-driven accounting professional to join our team as a Senior Accountant/Assistant Controller. The Senior Accountant will report to the Finance Director. Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to, preparation, review, and distribution of timely financial reporting packages; preparation of full-cycle monthly and yearly close-out procedures in accordance with US GAAP and coordinating with other ADEC subsidiaries in accounting related activities. This role will also be responsible to oversee software transitions and training, and should be knowledgeable in Deltek Vision, Microsoft Dynamics SL (Solomon) and ideally VantagePoint. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial reports and budget variance.
• Process expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, fixed assets depreciation. Prepare adjustment and reclassification journal entries, if necessary.

• Perform general accounts analyses and reconciliations, including bank statements, fixed assets, accruals, and prepaid expenses. Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with company policy and US GAAP. 
• Review, investigate, and resolve accounting errors, discrepancies, and reconciling items.
• Prepare inter-company cross charges and journal entries.
• Responsible for calculating monthly project revenue recognition. 

• Prepare monthly expense analyses and explain trends/variances.
• Enter credit card and cash disbursement transactions. 
• Reconcile weekly payroll transactions for accuracy.

• Review project financial performance and provide accounting guidance. Often serve as the first point of contact for Finance and Project Management teams to resolve financial issues.

• Monthly meeting with Project Managers on project billing and earned revenue.
• Assist with annual business insurance renewal process.
• Prepare and submit Unsecured Tax Documents (Form 571-L).
• Support the Controller in the development of the annual financial forecast for assigned business units and departments.

• Assist in implementing accounting policies and procedures to ensure all financial transactions are executed according to US GAAP.

• Contribute to department and organization special projects as assigned.

Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to a high-level of accuracy 

• Strong understanding of US GAAP

• Proficient knowledge of Deltek Vision 7.6 required 
• Excellent investigative, problem solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills 
• Ability to establish, discuss and coordinate priorities and handle multiple assignments 
• Ability to work both independently as well as with a collaborative environment
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, with advanced knowledge in Excel is required

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting highly desired 
• Multiple, progressive years of mid- to senior-level accounting experience (in the AEC industry preferred)
• Preference will be given to candidates with proficient knowledge and experience of the Deltek Vision accounting software packages.

Work Environment

This position may operate in either an in-office, hybrid or remote environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. CDC, FCS travel and in-person safety policies must be followed. Frequent phone and video calls and meetings are expected. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with staff and clients both verbally and electronically. The employee may spend extended periods of time sitting in front of a computer.

Diversity and respect are fundamental. Fundamental to our teams. Fundamental to our clients. Fundamental to the communities we serve and live in. Fundamental to the landscapes we work within. We need you and your unique talents, history, and background to become the Company we aspire to be. We insist upon a culture of common respect, expect transparency, and celebrate the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. Our mutual equality as humans is the path to diverse and innovative collaboration. We cultivate integrity, driving us to growth, and allowing us to achieve more together than we could ever hope to as individuals.

FCS offers competitive salaries and benefits with opportunities for personal and professional development. If you want to work in a collaborative, creative work environment where you can provide meaningful contributions while being challenged to grow on the job, then you are encouraged to apply!