Entry Level Accounting Specialist - The Gateway Engineers, Inc.

This position is full-time in person.

Gateway Engineers is a multi-million-dollar full-service civil engineering consulting firm. We offer many programs that help create a work life rhythm like vehicle detailing, dry cleaning, meal delivery, technology loan program, and more! We promote and invest in professional development and will help you achieve your goals. We work hard but have fun while doing it!

The Accounting Specialist position will focus on, but not limited to, internal audits, month-end and year-end closings, financial statements, and providing administrative accounting support.

What we offer:

• No cost health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
• Quarterly performance bonuses
• PTO and 8 paid holidays
• 401(k) match & 401(k) Roth and Profit Sharing
• Student loan repayment and tuition reimbursement
• Company paid professional society memberships & professional licensure registration fees
• Employee referral program

Responsibilities:

• Execute tasks as assigned by Project Managers.
• Prepare and reconcile General Ledger and update associated detailed supporting schedules.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Support special projects as assigned.
• Learn/execute payroll, invoicing, and accounts payable processes.

Requirements:

• Education
  • High School Diploma or Associate's degree in Accounting preferred
• Experience, Skillset, and Knowledge Section
  • 0-3 years of accounting experience in general accounting, month-end closings, and general ledger account reconciliations.
  • Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
  • Ability to maintain and handle confidential information.
  • Excellent verbal, written, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to analyze data to check for errors and inaccuracies.
  • Demonstrated ability and desire to learn new processes and functions.
  • High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite and Outlook.

Core Working Hours

• 8:00am-4:00pm