What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Accountant position at M&J Engineering?
Overview
M&J Engineering, P.C. is a quality provider of multi-discipline consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004, M&J has grown into diversified provider of engineering, construction management, construction inspection, technology, and environmental services to a broad range of clients, including federal, state and city/local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers and contractors.
M&J Engineering is a leader in construction management and inspection, ITS, mechanical, electrical, wastewater, water supply, tunnel airport, port, marine/coastal, environmental engineering, and design-build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations.
M&J bases its employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, with the intent to further the Company’s Affirmative Action commitment. M&J does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by law. Our Company vigorously pursues opportunities to recruit and develop job candidates who have the desire and potential for becoming qualified employees through our Affirmative Action Plan.
M&J is seeking an Accounting Associate to assist with invoicing and payment processing. In this role, the primary task will be to issue invoices and process payments. This role will also assist with the month-end and year-end financial statements for reporting purposes.
You can also apply to this job by sending your resume to: recruit@mjengineers.com.
Responsibilities
• Review invoices and incoming deposits (checks and wires) within the weekly timeframe. • Prepare all required schedules for the annual audit; obtain all required supporting documentation; answer all audit questions as able (with assistance from the CFO as needed.)• Performs account reconciliation.• Manages account receivables. • Issues billing statements. • Filing and remitting taxes and other financial obligations• Manages reconciling monthly discrepancies. Manages budget submissions. • Establishes investment objectives.• Maintains financial security by following internal controls. • Reviews and approves monthly general ledger and bank account reconciliations for special condition accounts to ensure procedural consistency and compliance. • Serves as a liaison with retained CPA firm to ensure a clean and timely year-end audit. • Performs cash disbursement, reconciliation of cash and bank statements, and updates records. • Helps with fixed assets reporting. • Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.
- At least two years of accounting experience.
- Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and practices.
- Working knowledge of relevant state, federal, and local regulations.
- Proficiency in MS Office and popular accounting software.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent organizational skills.
Benefits
M&J is a leader in providing quality engineering consulting services to a diverse and exciting client base. We attract experienced professionals who understand proactive client service, safety, risk management and loss prevention practices, quality control, teamwork, and the development of younger staff. We seek employees who enjoy their work, desire continuous improvement, and want to contribute to the vision and growth of a quality, employee-owned, professional firm. To all full-time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc. Salary will depend on experience and credentials.
