Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services (AE2S) is an award-winning, specialized civil/environmental consulting engineering firm that provides professional services and a unique brand of extreme client service. Our work environment is consistently recognized both locally and nationally for our great culture and values, proven recognition programs, and social atmosphere.
Significant Opportunities to Grow and Advance
Great Culture and Spirit where Creativity is Fostered
Core Values which Speak to the Heart of AE2S and its Employees
Large, Diverse, and Challenging Projects with the Latest Technology
Family-Friendly with Flexibility and Work-Life Balance
AE2S offers more than just competitive compensation and a best-in-class insurance package to our employees and families; our benefit plan is one of the richest plans currently in the marketplace today!
100-percent paid Family Health Insurance
100-percent paid Employee Dental and Vision Insurance
Discretionary Bonus Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Matching 401(k) Contributions
Paid Time Off (PTO) Credits for Past Experience
Wellness Program
Senior Accountant - Grand Forks or Fargo, ND
The Senior Accountant will lead and/or assist in the various areas of the management and maintenance of the accounting systems, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, management reporting, financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, internal controls, and other financial and accounting responsibilities.
Responsibilities
Prepare monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
Ensure the timely preparation of the Company’s financial statements
Analyze financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement
Review and manage monthly journal entries, analyses, and account reconciliations with the Accounting Team to accurately close financial periods
Assist with development, implementation and maintenance of accounting systems, as well as the integration of any new accounting systems within the existing corporate systems structure
Evaluate processes and procedures for continual improvement
Assist in the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets and performance projections
Maintain good internal controls to ensure that the Company’s assets and financial records are safeguarded, and help develop action plans, as needed, relative to internal control needs
Assist in working with auditors and preparing information for audits
Assist in the development and review of financial policies and procedures
Assist in monitoring cash balances and assist with cash management functions such as cash reporting, cash transfers, and line of credit transfers to conserve the Company’s cash position
Assist in ESOP and 401(k) Plan related entries/activity like accounting for loan balances, related interest, and census data
Take a lead role in requests by Management with special projects and requests as required
Basic Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited four-year college
10+ years of experience in accounting or finance roles
Excellent verbal and written skills
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations
Preferred Qualifications
CPA designation
5+ years accounting experience in an engineering, consulting, or related environment
Experience using Deltek Vantagepoint and Workday Adaptive Planning
Experience with audits, sales tax, payroll, and ESOP accounting
Experience with Corporate federal and state income taxes
Physical Demands
Primary functions require physical ability and sufficient mobility to work in an office setting
Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate amounts of weight
Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement
Fine coordination including the use of a computer keyboard
May require lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 50 pounds
May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload
May be required to travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town
AE2S is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering
Industries
Civil Engineering
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