What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Coordinator position at Lowney Architecture?
Lowney Architecture is hiring an Accounting Coordinator to support our Accounting Team in our Oakland office.
The Accounting Coordinator supports Lowney Architecture’s financial and administrative operations by performing a wide range of accounting, project setup, and compliance tasks. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, timely invoicing and payments, proper contract documentation, and consistent adherence to internal controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with multiple systems, vendors, project managers, and clients.
Key Responsibilities
Education
The Accounting Coordinator supports Lowney Architecture’s financial and administrative operations by performing a wide range of accounting, project setup, and compliance tasks. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, timely invoicing and payments, proper contract documentation, and consistent adherence to internal controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with multiple systems, vendors, project managers, and clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform day-to-day accounting duties including accounts payable, accounts receivable, timesheet review, and expense report processing
- Assist with invoice preparation, review, and distribution
- Prepare journal entries and complete bank and credit card reconciliations
- Support month-end and year-end close activities and related financial reports
- Maintain accounting databases, including project setup and updates
- Track and maintain accurate project and contract documentation
- Coordinate with project managers to ensure accurate billing and financial data
- Support compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures
- Assist with audits and provide documentation as requested
- Provide general administrative and accounting support as assigned
- The Accounting Coordinator will also have additional office support responsibilities such as kitchen maintenance, stocking food, catering requests, and other ad hoc requests
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
- 3 years of accounting experience
- Experience in an Architecture, Engineering, or Construction (AEC) environment strongly preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Experience with Deltek Ajera or similar accounting software preferred
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) with employer participation
- Paid time off and holidays