Senior Staff Accountant

Company: Bessolo Design Group
Location: Saint Petersburg
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Senior Staff Accountant Bessolo Design GroupA Full service Architectural, Engineering, & Interior Design firm located in St. Petersburg, Florida Sr. Staff Accountant:Bessolo Design Group, Inc., an award winning and highly rated Fast 50 company by Tampa Bay Business Journal, is expanding and seeking a well-rounded and experienced Sr. Staff Accountant to join our team. In addition to the job duties listed below, the ideal candidate will not only assist in preparing reports but will identify variances/discrepancies and work with staff to resolve those identified items. Must have hands-on knowledge of full cycle accounting in a fast-paced environment, including financial statement reconciliation and preparation.The Ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience in the following areas:Project Cost Accounting - Review daily time sheet entry and resolve issues as they arise. Analyze project progress against schedule and budget using the information to prepare and present project budget and profitability reports. Manage and report WIP and project backlog. Prepare other ad hoc project reports when needed. Calculate multipliers and annual billing rates.Contract Compliance - assist in assuring active projects are meeting contract requirements and assist in contract preparation.Payroll - Full payroll cycle from daily time sheet entry to in-house payroll processing including the reporting and payment of state and federal payroll taxes along with 401(k). Prepare census data for insurance as well as 401(k) year-end reporting, prepare and reconcile annual W2's, W3 and payroll taxes.Accounts Receivable - Project invoicing for both progress and hourly projects. Receive and post client payments. Manage sub consultants on projects. Manage collections and prepare & file liens when necessary.Accounts Payable - Enter daily accounts payable, manage purchase orders, vendor setup and payments, W9's, 1099's and maintain consultant COI's. Process employee expense reports. Other projects and reporting as needed. General Accounting Duties - Prepare and submit monthly sales tax returns. Prepare and present month end financial reporting. Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset reconciliations, review bank reconciliations, cash flow and revenue projections and assist in year-end close. Prepare other financial reporting and projects as needed. Administer business insurance renewals and aid in annual employee benefit renewals. Skill, Knowledge, Education and Experience Requirements:10 years' accounting experienceBachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience (minimum Full Charge Bookkeeper Experience)Strong experience in financial statement, cost, revenue and project performance analysis and general analyticsMulti-state corporate and professional license management a plusAdvanced knowledge of MS Office, AIA Contract Software, QuickBooks, Deltek Ajera or other project-based accounting softwareAbility to take initiative, set priorities and see projects through to completionAbility to work well with others under deadline situations and respond to changing prioritiesTeam Player- Willingness to assist with any department functionsExcellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organization skillsWillingness to work extra hours when the workload requires itBe a fast learner and have superior multi-tasking skillsSuperior intuitive ability About Us:Bessolo Design Group, based in St. Petersburg, FL, is a 35-year-old architectural, engineering, and interior design firm composed of professionals dedicated to providing quality, creative and technical expertise involved with facilities development for private individuals and institutions.The firm has experience with both public and private sector clients with demonstrated expertise in Healthcare, Senior Living, Multifamily, Retail and Community. Bessolo Design Group provides diversified design and management services in five major disciplines: ArchitectureMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringStructural EngineeringInterior DesignBessolo Design Group was created on the premise that the successful fulfillment of our commitment to clients is the criteria by which our performance will be evaluated. Client Satisfaction is our ultimate goal. Please check out our website www.bessolo.com for some of the exciting projects we have been involved in. We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, AD & D and Short Term Disability for employee 100% paid by the Company, along with long-term disability and additional life at group rates. 8 paid holidays, 10 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days, as well as a generous 401K match. We strive to provide a fun yet productive environment for our employees to enhance their personal and professional growth. Please submit Cover Letter, Resume, List of professional references and salary range to Employment@bessolo.com EOEPDN-993351dd-a0d9-4f72-a91c-2ad742708b1e

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