Accounting - Project Accounting Manager

HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.

HOK is a global design, architecture, engineering and planning firm recognized as the #1 A/E firm by Architectural Record, one of TIME Magazine's Most Influential Firms, and one of the Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies. Our Houston practice is currently seeking a Project Accounting Manager to be part of our collaborative accounting team. As a Project Accounting Manager, you will be play a crucial role in ensuring the financial health of our projects while managing project accounting staff.

Project Accounting

• Oversees the project accounting function of the department.
• Develops procedures and supervises project accounting team.
• Provides guidance and training in the proper procedures of project accounting.
• Reviews and approves consultant bills for payment.
• Provides internal audit of fee recognition on projects.
• Audits select projects for financial performance.
• Answers inquiries from staff and vendors.
• Acts as Sr. Project Accountant as needed:
  • Prepares monthly invoices, budgets and project management reports.
  • Provides accurate and timely accounting, reporting and project information for assigned projects.
  • Sets up and maintains projects on an in-house accounting system according to contract terms.
  • Tracks and inputs budget data for assigned projects.
  • Prepares, codes and inputs project invoices.
  • Answers inquiries from staff, vendors or clients, and communicates financial information to project managers.
  • Maintains accounting files.
  • Makes calls to clients to follow up on accounts receivable.
  • Inputs and posts consultant invoices, communicates with consultants and organizes their payments.
  • Reviews project contracts and additional service requests to understand the financial requirements on each project.
  • Analyzes project cost reports and meets frequently with the Business Manager and Project Managers to review status of projects for invoicing, profitability, earnings, costs, and cash flow
  • Understands how projects earn revenue in the accounting system and assists the Business Manager monthly in analyzing and recording monthly project earnings.Works independently to research and resolve financial issues.

Staff Development

• Acts as mentor by coaching and motivating teams and individuals; fostering an environment of mutual respect and trust among members of the group as it grows and develops.
• Prepares and delivers staff evaluations; contributes to performance development, compensation decision-making and allocation processes of department.
• Supports diversity, HOKU programs and develops continuing education opportunities.
• Participates in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.
• May educate and/or guide non-financial staff on accounting procedures.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of accounting and finance principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial-related reports.
• Advanced knowledge of project accounting concepts and practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Proficiency in Deltek Vision or similar project accounting software required.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and 5 plus years accounting experience; or an equivalent of education and experience required.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Accounting experience in an architectural firm and/or project accounting experience preferred.

Many of our roles require the use of specific software. Please refer to the Required and Preferred Software & Skills for details.

HOK is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits plan to meet their current and future needs. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(K) savings plans; disability, life and accident insurance; paid time off (PTO); and parental leave. In addition, HOK employees enjoy a flexible work schedule with the option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.
HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets. #LI-BH1