Regional Accounting Manager Jobs

Your Role

The Accounting Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the accounting department and provides financial leadership and management for the North Central Region. This requires a close working relationship with the regional Accounting staff, Regional & Firmwide Finance Teams, as well as Office Directors, Studio Directors and Design Managers. The Accounting Manager ensures that local and Firmwide policies and protocols are followed, mentors and supports accounting staff, manages the weekly payment processing and monthly revenue and billing close. The Accounting Manager must be proficient in all accounting software tools and reporting modules, in order to train staff and troubleshoot technical problems that arise within the department.

What You Will Do

• Closely manages accounts payable, collections, billing, overhead expenses
• Train and support staff on new or existing financial tools and processes
• Financial Reporting as required
• Working with Regional Finance Director, maintain an efficient regional team that can function independently
• Support/Perform Project Accounting & Accounts Payable roles when required
• Identify opportunities and lead initiatives for process improvements
• Participate in Firmwide Accounting Manager calls and initiatives
• Together with the Firmwide Accounting Team, supports tax/accounting audits
• Maintain Balance Sheet Accounts & Monthly Journal Entries
• Review and Approve weekly Expense Report entries for payment
• Monthly Analysis of General Ledger accounts
• Serves as an integral member of office management and leadership team
• Review and Process Bad Debt Write-offs
• Review and Approve corporate credit card process
• Oversees billing and fee management operations in the office and ensures that all financial activities are consistent with GAAP, company policies and procedures
• Monitors accounts receivable, collaborate and coordinate collection efforts
• Provides training to the new hires, Studio Leaders, Design Managers and staff on internal accounting and project accounting systems, processes, and procedures

Your Qualifications

• Highly organized, detail oriented with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from different backgrounds, different levels of experience, both internal and external to the company
• Experience with Deltek Vision desirable
• Ability to manage multiple and shifting priorities in a dynamic environment, and produce accurate and timely deliverables
• Well written with excellent verbal communication skills
• Experience with international taxes and multiple currencies preferred
• Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Finance; MBA or CPA qualification desirable
• Accounting professional with 8+ years of related experience
• Maintain effectiveness in hybrid work environment
• Proficient in data management with strong excel skills
• Proactive and able to work effectively alone and in a team environment
• Able to respond to vendors, consultants, and staff in a timely and professional manner
• Excellent business communication, supervisory, organizational, and analytical skills
• Provide staff members with an “open door policy” to allow individuals to feel free to communicate with you and other members of the management team

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.