Project Accountant

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things. 

Success at SOM Means 

• Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm. 

• Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge. 

• Product: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.

• Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm. 

• Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential. 

• Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work. 

Position Responsibilities 

• Responsible for maintaining accounting for projects. 

• Interacts with Project Managers to ensure project accounting is up to date and accurate.

• Provides and discusses detailed accounting reports with PMs on a monthly basis.

• Coordinates invoicing and supporting documentation requirements for all open projects.

• Provides training and assistance, as needed, to Billing Coordinators. 

• Supports Project Accountants to ensure project documentation is accurate and complete.

• Prepares expensive invoices (potentially in a client specified form). 

• Reviews expense documentation to ensure charges are appropriate and accurate.

• Researches questionable charges by contacting consultants, vendors and colleagues.

• Updates project expenses to transfer incorrectly charged items. 

• Inputs consulting invoices into Vision and mails out client invoices. 

• Assists with special billing projects as requested. 

• Communicates and coordinates inter-office Project requirements with other SOM offices.

• Assists with other tasks and responsibilities as may be required. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Degree in Accounting/Business Administration or comparable experience. 

• 3 years+ Project or Job Costing experience. 

• Experience within the Architecture, Engineering or Construction industries. 

• Hands-on, especially in terms of billing, project accounting and contract review.

• Ability to prioritize, organize work flows and juggling conflicting demands. 

• Exceptional communication skills (written and oral). 

• Ability to interface with project managers, clients and architects. 

• Experience with Microsoft Office including but not limited to Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with Vision accounting software a plus.

SOM offers opportunities to work on transformational projects, competitive salaries, health insurance, wellness, retirement and financial and other work/life plans.

At SOM, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. We believe an inclusive environment benefits our employees, our firm, and our community, while also enriching and challenging our own thinking about design. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Visit this page to learn more about SOM's employment policy and how to apply offline: www.som.com/employment_opportunities_and_policy

For more about SOM: www.som.com

Portfolios must be submitted for all design and project management positions (Architecture, Interiors, City Design, Graphics, etc). Applications without work samples will not be reviewed.  Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 10-20 pages, maximum 5 MB. Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks you for your Resume or CV.