DSGW Architecture Careers

Full-time Accounting Generalist
Duluth, MN Office

A talented accountant can make a living just about anywhere. At DSGW, located in historic downtown Duluth, you can hone your skills and also make a life. On the shores of Lake Superior, our city is big enough to support a thriving arts and music scene, but small enough to be about ten minutes from your next stop. Where are you going? That depends on what’s riding your roof rack or in your trunk: mountain bikes, skis, paddleboard, snowshoes, crampons, trail running shoes, guitar or drum kit, book of poetry — those all work here.

**To apply, follow the link here https://dsgw.bamboohr.com/careers/24 **

About The Role

This position assists the Accounting Department with accounting and business office projects and tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential duties and core responsibilities include:

• Analyze contract content for billing terms and project setup within accounting software.
• Review project labor and expense charges with PM/PIC for accuracy and appropriateness.
• Communicate with PM/PIC regarding project contract changes, fee consumption, and project invoicing.
• Prepare draft invoices for PM/PIC review.
• Submit finalized invoices with supporting documentation to clients for payment.
• Review consultant invoices for accuracy and proper authorization.
• Review and enter consultant invoices into accounting software, including assigning correct general ledger and project codes.
• Release payments to consultants upon client payment.
• Research discrepancies within projects including contract inaccuracies, consultant invoice variances, and labor rate variances.
• Review daily remittances and prepare desktop deposits.
• Apply daily remittances to corresponding client invoices in the accounts receivable subsidiary ledger.
• Monitor accounts receivable to ensure timely client payment.
• Review and enter accounts payable transactions into accounting software.
• Review and enter staff expense reports into accounting software.
• Process check runs.
• Prepare special project analyses for the PM/PIC, as requested.
• Interact with clients and consultants in a professional, courteous manner.
• Respond in a timely manner to vendors, consultants, and staff.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion on specific tasks.
• Perform work in a manner that demonstrates a commitment to quality, innovation, learning, and growth.
• Contribute to a collaborative environment and an open communication process that shares information and best practices.
• Participate in firm-wide initiatives and work collaboratively with other team members.
• Perform other duties as requested.
• Timely and regular attendance to complete job duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field or commensurate experience is preferred.
• 1-2 years of accounting experience, preferably in billing and receivables. Experience in an A/E/C environment preferred.
• Excel proficiency with excellent computer skills.
• The ability to work with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.

Skills & Attributes

• Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and stable work performance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to communicate effectively across all levels of the firm and engage different personality types.
• Embrace new technologies and constantly strive for greater efficiencies through process or technology.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and customer service skills.
• Analytical skills and attention to detail, flexible and able to adapt quickly to change.
• Capable of working in a deadline driven environment and managing priorities.
• Self-starter, capable of working independently or within a team.
• Eagerness to help whenever the need surfaces, regardless of scope

Physical Demands

This position works in a traditional office setting. This includes computer and desk work for long periods of time.

Work Environment

This position must thrive in a busy setting with frequent interruptions and have the ability to prioritize and problem solve.

DSGW offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package:

• Compensation range $28 – $32 per hour, depending on experience
• Health and dental insurance plans
• HRA, flexible benefit cafeteria plans
• Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401 (k) and match
• 529 Plan (College America deferment savings for future college/higher education costs)
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional growth and development