Project |Staff Accountant

GGLO is an award-winning multidisciplinary design practice specializing in architecture interior design landscape architecture and urban design. Since 1986 we have created transformative contextually responsive places that enrich communities across North America. With studios in Seattle and Boise we operate as one collaborative practice bringing diverse perspectives together to create thoughtful integrated design.

We are seeking a full-time Project Staff Accountant to join our accounting team. This is a highly visible role in which you will work alongside firm leaders and project managers while reporting directly to finance and accounting leadership. Your work will directly shape decisions across the firm while you develop specialized project accounting expertise augmented by a core accounting foundation.

This role is built for a problem-solversomeone who digs into the why behind the numbers seeks better ways of accomplishing results and improves processes rather than just running them. You will succeed by discovering ways to optimize systems experimenting with tools and implementing new methods that deliver timely analysis and clearer insight.

What You Will Do

Core responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Direct the project accounting function end to end with full accountability for making it more effective efficient and scalable.
• Partner directly with principals project managers and subconsultants to deliver timely accurate and valuable project insight.
• Drive process improvements across the Accounting Operations and Finance function that sharpen the accuracy timeliness and relevance of financial information.
• Collaborate with the accounting team and other stakeholders to research accounting and project-related questions and implement practical well-supported solutions.

Project accounting responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Lead the project accounting function improving its systems workflows and outputs to strengthen accuracy find efficiency and build adoption.
• Collaborate with principals project managers and subconsultants to prepare timely and accurate client invoices consistent with contract requirements and project status.
• Monitor project financial performance including budgets labor expenses revenue remaining fees and profitability; identify variances and risks; and communicate actionable insights to project and firm leadership.
• Review contract terms fee structures and billing requirements to establish accurate project budgets billing setups invoice formats and revenue assumptions.
• Manage accounts receivable support collection efforts and help resolve billing questions unbilled costs and client payment issues.

Staff accounting responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Anchor the firms financial foundation by preparing and posting journal entries and reconciling general ledger and balance sheet accounts; you will investigate the variances you uncover and recommend corrective actions.
• Equip leaders with the full financial picture by delivering recurring and ad hoc financial reports schedules and analyses that support management and firmwide decision-making.
• Maintain complete supporting documentation for financial statements audits tax filings and other compliance requirements.
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of the firms payroll by reviewing reconciling and approving payroll-related activity and accounts on a recurring basis in coordination with the firms payroll provider.
• Manage tax compliance activities with external tax advisers including preparing schedules responding to information requests and reviewing related filings and accounting entries.

What You Will Bring

• Demonstrated record of continuous improvement intellectual curiosity and accountability; willing to adapt to new workflows seek out feedback identify opportunities for improvement implement solutions and take thoughtful risks that enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Strong Excel skills including the ability to structure data to get the most out of a spreadsheet and a track record of experimenting with tools for data analysis and reporting that improve accuracy workflow efficiency and understanding of the data; experience with accounting systems such as Deltek Vision or Vantagepoint is a plus.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles including debits and credits general ledger accounting accruals financial statements and GAAP and cash-basis accounting. Understanding of monthly quarterly and annual accounting cycles.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently; ability to anticipate issues explore options and recommend practical solutions.
• Sound professional judgment and an understanding of how accounting work supports project performance and firm operations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial audiences; strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• CPA designation progress toward certification or comparable advanced accounting experience is a plus.

• Bachelors degree or equivalent with a concentration in Accounting Finance or a related field preferred.
• 3 years of professional experience in accounting. Experience in A/E/C industry is a plus

Benefits

GGLO offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health financial well-being professional growth and overall experience at work. Employer-sponsored medical dental and vision coverage is provided up to 100% for employees along with life and disability insurance an FSA commuter benefits a retirement plan with discretionary match a transit subsidy a minimum of two weeks of vacation and nine paid holidays.

You will work from our award-winning self-designed studio in downtown Seattlea workplace designed to the highest standards of sustainability wellness and inclusivity using LEED and WELL Building principles. The studio is designed to support collaboration neurodiversity and an equitable workplace experience. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team in a collaborative studio environment with flexibility to work remotely on Fridays.

Additional benefits include access to an on-site fitness gym locker and shower rooms and day-use bike room as well as certification and licensure renewals sponsorship and weekly Lunch and Learns that support continued professional development.

About GGLO

GGLO is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive collaborative team that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We believe great design is strengthened by diverse perspectives and that creating meaningful high-quality places has a positive impact on people and the world around us. We foster a workplace where every individual is respected supported and empowered to do their best work. Employment decisions are made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process may contact Human Resources at We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience for all applicants and employees.