At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We’re not just designers. We’re tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve the world’s most challenging problems, like designing a more resilient, inclusive, and equitable future for our communities and cities.
Our people-centered, “People First” culture and “One Firm-Firm” motto promotes a “Team of Teams” that unite to shape the future of cities. Gensler’s vision is to “Create a Better World through the Power of Design,” and we do that by our deep commitment to our clients and by fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment that enables our people to create impactful solutions together.
Your Role
Our fast-paced Global Design Firm is looking for a Intercompany Accountant to partner with the Corporate General Ledger Finance, Global Accounting, Treasury and Tax Teams. This position reports to the Firmwide Intercompany Accounting Manager and is responsible for analysis and processing of Intercompany transactions for the global Gensler entities. Other tasks related to Month End Close will be assigned as needed. This role will also assist the Global Finance, Treasury and Tax teams with schedules and support for our international locations. They will work closely with all areas of corporate finance around the world.
What You Will Do
Review, prepare and post journal entries into the accounting system for our multiple offices in multiple currencies
Assist with month end close, including journal entries and report preparation
Analyze Intercompany transactions and select invoices for settlement based upon established Treasury policies.
Prepare Intercompany Settlement Packets ensuring that the appropriate Access and Vision invoices are linked, withholding tax certificates and wire confirmations have been attached.
Process withholding tax transactions and Accounts Payable transactions related to Intercompany cash settlement.
Serve as a liaison between Treasury and Intercompany providing invoice details for settlement, opining on readiness of detail and provide the last approval for Intercompany cash transfers around the globe.
Push the Intercompany Billing Runs in Vision, validating all suspense items have been cleared, confirm no incomplete transactions are outstanding in Vision, run foreign currency gains, losses, and revaluations, create the Due to/from reporting for proof of post run Intercompany balancing.
Research out of balance Intercompany variances as needed.
Generate, analyze, and summarize large sets of data for reporting purposes on an as needed basis
Generate twice monthly Intercompany reporting packages to include the Gensler Intercompany Report, Access Summary invoices for tax and settlement purposes, Intercompany Balancing reporting with both Accounts Receivable and Accounting Payable subledger data which must balance to the general ledger, run and analyze the Extended AR Aging reports (preparing special cross sections for local books entities) and completing the 4 Way Validations report ensuring all internal Intercompany client data remains in balance.
Work with internal clients to assure compliance with internal accounting policies
Communicate effectively and on a regular basis with finance staff throughout the firm in a global support capacity
Cross-train on a variety of tasks to act as backup to other members of the finance team
Carry out other duties as assigned
Your Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
5+ years of accounting experience (prior Intercompany Accounting preferred)
Self-starter and able to work independently
Ability to make difficult decisions, recommend corrective action and implement them globally
Intermediate to advanced Excel user
Working understanding of US GAAP and good internal control
Experience in A/E/C, professional services industry, or public accounting is desirable
Experience with Intercompany processing, Blackline Reconciliation Software or DelTek Vision is desirable
Demonstration of an ability to manage multiple and shifting priorities in a dynamic environment, and produce accurate and timely deliverables
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with individuals at all levels internally as well as outside of the firm in various countries and cultures
A team player with the ability to establish collaborative working relationships
Results driven and detail oriented
Flexibility to take calls outside of normal working hours as needed
** The compensation range is estimated at $70k-$80k plus bonuses and benefits and depending upon experience.
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.
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What We Do
Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm with 53 locations and more than 6,000+ professionals networked across the Americas, Europe, Greater China, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East. Founded in 1965, the firm works globally with more than 4,000 clients across more than 33 practice areas spanning the work, lifestyle, community, and health sectors.
Everything we do is guided by our mission: To create a better world through the power of design.
We believe the power of design can spark positive change and create a future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing for everyone.
Gensler was named one of Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work in 2020, 2019, 2017 and 2016, and our award-winning culture has been recognized by Fast Company as one of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2021. Our people-first philosophy is centered on the core ideas of diversity empowerment, impact, community, respect, and growth. You can learn more about our commitment to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace at https://www.gensler.com/careers#diversity.
