What are the responsibilities and job description for the A&E Accounting Specialist position at VIP Structures?
Ready to take the next step in your accounting career?
We’re looking for a Senior Accounting Specialist to join our Architecture & Engineering Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a solid foundation in accounting who wants to grow into a Project Accountant role within a dynamic, project-driven environment.
In this role, you’ll handle core accounting functions—journal entries, reconciliations, AP/AR, fixed assets, and month-end close—while also gaining exposure to project-based accounting tasks such as client billing, collections, and supporting project managers with financial data. You’ll work closely with our A/E Controller and project teams, giving you the chance to learn the ins and outs of project finance while sharpening your technical accounting skills.
If you have 3 years of accounting experience, strong knowledge of GAAP, and want to expand into the project side of finance, this is your chance to step into a role that offers both challenge and career growth.
Senior A & E Accounting Specialist
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Accounting Specialist to join our Architecture & Engineering Finance team. This position is responsible for a wide range of core accounting and finance functions, including general ledger maintenance, fixed asset tracking, AP/AR management, month-end close activities, and financial reporting support. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and post journal entries for:
- Prepaid Insurance and Other Expenses
- Depreciation
- Interest Expense (as applicable)
- Reconcile key accounts including:
- Bank Accounts and Credit Cards
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Client Prepayments
- Intercompany Due To/From
- Perform tie-outs and ensure accuracy of financial data and reports.
- Daily processing of vendor invoices and EFT payments.
- Daily processing of ACH and Check deposits and ensure proper application to client accounts.
- Monitor AR inbox for client inquiries and coordinate with the A/E Controller and/or project manager to provide timely support.
- Finalize and distribute monthly client invoices via email and mail.
- Send monthly client statements following monthly collection procedures.
- Follow-up on invoices over 90 days past due with project managers.
- Review and approve employee expenses.
- Assist with vendor setup, W-9 collection, and COI management.
- Maintain a fixed asset register and support monthly depreciation entries.
- Assist in the QA/QC process for job setups.
- Support project closings as needed and under direction.
- Provide backup support for client billing platforms.
- Assist with subconsultant commitment and purchase order processes.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3 years of experience in accounting or finance roles.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger principles.
- Proficiency in accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP) and Excel.
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience with Ajera is a plus.