Project Accountant - Junior
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on601, West 6th Street, Fourth Ward, Uptown, Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 28202, United States
About the Role
As a Gensler Project Accountant, you will serve as a trusted advisor to Studio Directors, ensuring the fiscal health of assigned projects throughout their entire lifecycle. From initial due diligence through client invoicing and collections, you will partner closely with the team to manage fee structures, revenue planning, and recognition. Your work bridges the gap between financial data and business strategy, allowing you to communicate the story behind the numbers while maintaining rigorous accounting standards.
This role is designed for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic environment. You will not only manage day-to-day financial tasks but also lead initiatives such as Finance 101 meetings and consultant coordination. By maintaining accurate project budgets and reconciling complex accounts, you will help drive the firm's operational excellence and support its commitment to delivering best-in-class design.
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. Our offices reflect our teams' diverse interests through curated art exhibits, internal design competitions, hackathons, and "Well-being Week." We encourage our employees to lead healthy, balanced lives and view professional development as a strategic investment in our future, offering reimbursement for licenses, exam fees, and eligible tuition programs.
Hiring Process & Application
We are looking for a self-starter who is comfortable with technology and seeks ways to achieve better results through new processes. If you have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage different personality types, we want to hear from you. Please ensure your references speak to the quality of your work and your personal contributions to business performance and organizational culture.
Location & Work Model
This role is based in our dynamic Charlotte, NC office. Please note that this position is not remote or hybrid; we look forward to working with our new Accountant in person.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Gensler is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create a workplace where everyone can thrive.
Work location
Work model: On-site
601, West 6th Street, Fourth Ward, Uptown, Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 28202, United States
Charlotte, North Carolina
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleManage timely and accurate project invoicing including contract and expense reviews
- check_circleConduct monthly project audits to ensure financial accuracy in the accounting system
- check_circleLead consultant coordination meetings and provide financial updates to project teams
- check_circleMaintain project budgets by tracking costs against billings and revenue plans
- check_circleReconcile consultant expense accounts and process subconsultant fee allocations
- check_circlePartner with Studio Directors to ensure fiscal health throughout the project lifecycle
- check_circleMonitor aged AR reports and follow up with clients on overdue or disputed invoices
Requirements
- verifiedAccounting or business administration degree
- verified3-6 years of experience in a professional services environment
- verifiedProficient in Excel
- verifiedPrior experience with Deltek Vision software preferred
Nice to Have
Experience with an architecture or interior design firm. Prior experience with Deltek Vision software.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, and flex spendingcheck_circlePaid holidays and paid time offcheck_circle401k, profit sharing, and employee stock ownershipcheck_circleTwice annual bonus opportunitiesReimbursement for professional licenses, renewals, and exam fees
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In this Project Accountant - Junior at Gensler role, you will manage timely and accurate project invoicing including contract and expense reviews; conduct monthly project audits to ensure financial accuracy in the accounting system; lead consultant coordination meetings and provide financial updates to project teams; and maintain project budgets by tracking costs against billings and revenue plans.
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To qualify for the Project Accountant - Junior at Gensler position, applicants should have: Accounting or business administration degree; 3-6 years of experience in a professional services environment; Proficient in Excel; and Prior experience with Deltek Vision software preferred.
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Project Accountant - Junior at Gensler is based in 601, West 6th Street, Fourth Ward, Uptown, Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 28202, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Gensler has listed this Project Accountant - Junior role as on-site.
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Project Accountant - Junior at Gensler typically requires 3–6 years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Project Accountant - Junior at Gensler include Excel; and Deltek Vision.
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Project Accountant - Junior at Gensler is part of the Accounting & Finance job category on Recrutus.
About Gensler
Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm headquartered in San Francisco, California. Established in 1965, the organization operates 57 locations spanning the Americas, Europe, Greater China, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East. The company employs approximately 6,000 professionals who collaborate with clients in more than 100 countries annually. Their work focuses on creating environments that foster equity, resilience, and wellbeing through the application of design principles.
The firm has received recognition for its workplace culture, including being named one of Forbes' Best Large Employers in 2024 and appearing on Fast Company's list of Top 10 Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2024. These accolades reflect a people-first philosophy centered on diversity, empowerment, impact, community, respect, and professional growth. Gensler maintains a commitment to inclusivity and provides resources for those interested in their inclusion initiatives.
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