SmithGroup Looking for Staff Accountant at Detroit, MI  Full Time

SmithGroup is an award-winning, multinational integrated design firm with a team of 1,300 experts across 19 offices in the U.S. and China. We employ research, data, advanced technologies and design thinking to help clients solve their greatest challenges. Our specialistsdevelop beautiful, sustainable, future-focused solutions for healthcare providers, science and technology organizations, higher education and cultural institutions, urban environments, diverse workplaces, mixed-use and waterfront developments, and parks and open spaces. We are deeply committed to our promise to Design a Better Future – for our clients, communities and employees. Are you ready to help us get there?

The Detroit office of SmithGroupis looking for aStaff Accountantto join our team.

Working with us you will:

• Work with Accounting or Operational Management staff to develop and communicate financial information, plans and projections.
• Apply accounting theory to develop financial reports, reviewing the underlying support for consistent application of generally accepted accounting principles and company policy.
• Review financial reports and objectively relate the results to on-going operations for consistency and reasonableness.
• Assist with payroll, general accounting, financial or project reporting or taxes.
• Prepare and/or process month-end journal entries.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
• Play a role in the development and mentoring of junior staff.

An ideal candidate has:

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two to five years of professional experience in Accounting or Finance.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, experience with current information systems (e.g., Deltek Vision and Ultimate Software).
• The ability to work in a team environment and strong attention to detail.
• The ability to conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.
• The ability to use professional/technical knowledge and skills to design solutions.
• The ability to effectively communicate with coworkers, management, clients, other offices, etc. in a courteous and professional manner.
• The ability to present complex issues/data with high level of clarity and impact.
• Sufficient knowledge to administer payroll, accounts payable and other financial processes on an as needed basis.

SmithGroup offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package, including 401(k) and wellbeing resources. We promote a healthy work/life balance for our staff which includes an alternative work schedule that provides employees with an additional 15 days off per year (usually Fridays), as well as hybrid options that give our team flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture or remotely, as needed. We also offer paid time off that is immediately available to new hires, 8 paid federal holidays, and parental leave benefits.