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Job Description
At GPI, we're not just engineering and construction; we design and inspect the infrastructure on which the world depends. We are seeking a Staff Accountant for our corporate team in Babylon, NY to assist with various advanced accounting functions.
Do you value a company that puts employee satisfaction and diversity at the forefront of who they are? If so, GPI wants you!
GPI is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the month-end closing process, financial statement review and analysis, and compilation of financial statements to be distributed to the Controller and Executive Leadership
- Perform account reconciliations and detailed analyses
- Investigate discrepancies and inform the Controller of critical issues allowing the organization to make the necessary changes
- Participate in developing and administering accounting policies and internal controls, including suggestions for improvements and automation in the accounting space
- Daily cash management, banking, and cash flow projections
- Assist with various financial and overhead audits and requests
- Support with FAR compliance and annual overhead preparation
- Administer the project reporting process to communicate profitability to various executives and project directors
- Aid in the maintenance of sub-ledgers within the accounting software
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience working in a fast-paced public corporate business environment
- Experience in project-based accounting preferred
- Proficiency with financial-based software; Deltek Accounting software preferred
- Experience in the Architecture/Engineering (A&E) industry is a plus
- CPA required
- Proficient in GAAP and FAR regulations
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Maintain a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration
- Read, write, and understand plans and directions given in the English language
- Basic computer skills with the ability to create and edit Microsoft Word and Excel documents, create Outlook emails and utilize SharePoint and Microsoft Teams to communicate with other team members
