Accounting Associate III - Operations

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) relies on the talent and dedication of essential corporate support functions to deliver exceptional service to our external clients and support for our project managers amidst the demands of a fast-paced work environment. We have an opportunity for a highly motivated, customer service-oriented, and well-organized accounting professional to grow their career as a Accounting Associate within our Billing team, located at our company headquarters in Northbrook, Illinois. The Accounting Associate III - Operations is an advanced level clerical position that provides accounting support for the company. In this role, you will ensure proper financial tracking and reporting for projects in your assigned region. You will collaborate closely with project managers, and other key stakeholders to maintain accurate billing and contractual obligations. Responsibilities: Lead critical and complex government billing initiatives which include eFiling, eBilling, Project setup, and high-level account audits. Provide dedicated support to specific and assigned regions and build relationships with project managers in the field to ensure information is accurate for billing purposes. Help develop, train, and mentor entry-level staff. Leading activities around the following: Project setup, and billing in accordance with contractual obligations Maintain and project documents and SOV’s. Reconcile project accounts, and ensure costs are accurate, while resolving any discrepancies as needed. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field. 5 years of progressive experience in accounts payable. In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and regulations. Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills. Leadership abilities and strategic thinking. Culture, Compensation, and Benefits: Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) is a global firm of engineers, architects, and materials scientists. Clients worldwide seek our expertise to solve the most significant, interesting, and challenging problems in the built world. Our applied experience from more than 175,000 projects combined with unparalleled laboratory and testing capabilities have made WJE a leader in providing innovative yet practical solutions to the clients we serve. Working at WJE is a team endeavor characterized by a culture of trust and personal responsibility. We encourage open communication, continuous learning, innovative thinking, ongoing mentoring, and free-flowing collaboration. We seek highly talented and hard-working individuals who want to be challenged, who want hands-on work, who want to set a higher standard, and who want to be mentored by the industry’s most accomplished experts. People with outstanding Character, unwavering Commitment to our core and culture, strong Expertise, and genuine Enthusiasm for their work. Learn more about the Extraordinary People we hire at WJE at www.wje.com/careers WJE offers a robust, total compensation structure, where the hourly rate is just one component of an employee’s annual earnings. Additionally, employees may be eligible to receive overtime and variable compensation based on personal and company performance, often resulting in above-market annual earnings. Actual hourly rate will be based on several factors including consideration for a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role while remaining mindful of our commitment to internal equity. A good faith estimate of the starting hourly rate (gross) for this position is in the following range: $27.81 - $41.71 This non-exempt position is also eligible for WJE’s industry-leading, total rewards package which enables our employees to grow and thrive with comprehensive health and financial benefits including: Robust and affordable health plans for employees and their families, including HSA as well as low and high-deductible PPO options Generous 401(k) matching of 110% for the first 6% of eligible pay vesting immediately Time off to care for yourself and others Investments in employees’ educational assistance and professional development Learn more about WJE’s total rewards package here. WJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants to apply including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans (VEVRAA federal contractor). WJE will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Fair Chance Ordinances. WJE is a global firm of engineers, architects, and materials scientists committed to helping clients solve, repair, and avoid problems in the built world. Clients worldwide seek our expertise to solve the most significant, interesting, and challenging problems in the built world. Our applied experience from more than 175,000 projects combined with unparalleled laboratory and testing capabilities have made WJE a leader in providing innovative yet practical solutions to the clients we serve. Not ready to apply yet? Click Get Started to join our Talent Network and set up email alerts for new postings.

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