What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Accounting Manager position at GFF?
About GFF:
GFF is a dynamic, award-winning multi-disciplinary design firm based in Dallas, with a legacy of excellence since 1982. Our team of over 110 design professionals in Dallas, Austin, and Fort Worth delivers innovative Architecture, Interior Design, and Planning across the United States.
We have garnered national recognition and numerous accolades, including receiving The Texas Society of Architect’s prestigious ‘Firm Award’ and receiving over 125 awards for design excellence. Our collaborative, design-focused approach thrives on tackling complex projects with creativity and strategic thinking, ensuring sustainability and client service excellence.
About The Role:
GFF Design is seeking a service-minded Senior Project Accounting Coordinator to lead client billing, support project financial operations, and assisting in month-end close. This Dallas-based role sits at the intersection of General Accounting, Project Operations, and Client Care. This individual will also work closely with Studio Directors, Project Leaders, and the accounting team to ensure timely and accurate project management and month-end close.
What You Will Do:
- Review contracts and project documentation to ensure accurate project setup and billing structures
- Own the client billing process & manage monthly client billing cycles from start to finish
- Gather, review, and validate project financial data including time, expenses, and consultant costs
- Prepare and finalize invoices for leadership review, to ensure clarity and consistency
- Verify project budgets and fee alignment within Unanet
- Execute project close-out procedures and ensure clean financial wrap-up
- Research and apply client payments accurately and timely in Unanet
- Support leadership with payment research and collection-related inquiries
- Deliver exceptional care to clients and manage internal billing inquiries with professionalism
- Resolve issues efficiently while maintaining strong working relationships
- Partner with project teams to proactively address billing questions and challenges
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Hands-On client billing experience in a professional services environment (AEC industry experience is a plus)
- Strong knowledge of general ledger functions and month-end close procedures
- Basic understanding of GAAP
- Strong Excel skills and comfort with ERP/accounting systems
- Strong attention to detail paired with excellent time management and communication skills
What Sets You Apart:
- A proactive, solution-oriented approach, you see issues and fix them
- Experience with Unanet or Deltec is a plus