What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant | Entry-Level position at LHB?
LHB has an immediate opportunity for an Accountant I to join our Finance team. The position will be based in our Duluth, Minnesota office and supports the Finance team with project accounting, billing, and financial reporting activities.
This role partners closely with project managers and senior finance staff to ensure accurate financial data, compliance with accounting standards, and timely reporting across LHB’s project portfolio.
Position Summary
The responsibilities for this position will include but are not limited to:
- Set up and maintain projects in the ERP system
- Manage project billing terms and budgets
- Prepare customer invoicing and revenue recognition entries
- Prepare sales journals in accordance with ASC 606 – Revenue from Contracts with Customers
- Review accounts payable related to projects and subconsultants
- Manage subconsultant fees and related documentation
- Assist project managers with project financial reporting and analysis
- Assist with month-end close entries and financial statement preparation
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (May 2026 graduates considered)
- Microsoft Office skills
- Upon receipt of an offer of employment, applicants must be able to successfully complete pre-employment onboarding requirements that will include a criminal/civil background check and drug screen, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with project-based ERP systems
- Experience in construction and/or professional services industries
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders
- Ability to interact with internal and external clients
- Ability to read and interpret professional services contracts
- Demonstrated auditing or compliance-related skills
Salary Range
- This position’s anticipated base salary range is $64,750 - $71,570 annually (This position is eligible for yearend bonuses, as well as straight time overtime pay for all hours that exceed 40 in a work week) Offer will be determined based on the selected candidate s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity among our team.
Benefits
- Hybrid schedule subject to business needs
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Medical and Dental
- HSA/FSA (Medical, Dependent Care, Parking Transportation)
- Basic Life and AD&D
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee-Owned Company/Opportunities to become a Shareholder
Required Submittals
- Resume
About LHB
Founded in Duluth in 1966, LHB is a multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, and planning firm that delivers integrated, creative, and high-performance design solutions for buildings, sites, and infrastructure. We specialize in commercial, education, government, healthcare, housing, public works, industrial, and energy projects and maintain four regional offices in Minnesota and Wisconsin. LHB is consistently recognized as a Top Workplace by USA TODAY and the Minnesota Star Tribune, with multiple culture excellence awards across employee experience categories.
LHB does not sponsor applicants for work visas
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Salary : $64,750 - $71,570