Accounting Associate

BDG Architects has a need for a talented and motivated individual to join our team as an Accounting Associate to work in our downtown Tampa office.  This position acts as a consultant to each Project Architect, our internal customers.  In this position the employee will be responsible for tracking project finances and involved with a variety of accounting support functions.

Roles and Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:

• Full-Cycle Accounts Payable to include invoice data entry, GL account coding, payment selection, check printing, assembly of backup paperwork
• Accounts Receivable to include creation and distribution of client invoices and timely posting of receipts
• Post various credit card expenses to appropriate GL account
• Identify, research and resolve invoice variances
• Track proposals and invoices
• Communicate effectively with various clients, vendors, and our architecture team
• Research, compile and analyze data to provide analysis of project finances
• Work on a daily basis with the vendors and consultants on issues ranging from billing and payments to insurance and lien waivers
• Develop and maintain positive relations with clients, consultants and Project Architects throughout all facets of project accounting
• Routine and Ad-Hoc Reporting
• Maintain Organized Filing System
• Back-up our Front Desk Receptionist on her days off – Receive visitors, answer and route phone calls
• Assist with various accounting and administrative duties based on the firm’s current established processes as delegated by the Controller

Desired Skills, Knowledge and/or Experience:

• Minimum educational requirement – Associates degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or 2+ years of experience in similar position)
• Ability to read and write in English
• Ability to accurately analyze data and effectively communicate information to others that is concise, accurate, and appropriate to receiving party
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Solid data entry skills
• Knowledge of basic accounting concepts, techniques, and principles
• Detail oriented
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and understand the importance of deadlines
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Must conduct themselves in a professional manner and display a “spirit of teamwork” and cooperation
• Values accuracy and thoroughness in all work with strict and careful attention to detail

BDG Architects offers a comprehensive benefit package including options for health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, the ability to participate in a 401K program and paid parking. We also offer paid holidays and paid personal time off. Located in the heart of Downtown Tampa, our office is walkable to museums, Curtis Hixon Park, the Riverwalk, Straz Performing Arts Center and many unique restaurants, parks and activities. Additionally, car detailing, dry cleaning and a complimentary fitness center are among the amenities available to employees at our building. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and a resume via resumes@bdgllp.com. Please, no phone calls.