Staff Accountant

Job Description

Staff Accountant | DLZ Corporation

The Tone:
This is a full-time Staff Accountant role at DLZ Corporation, located in Columbus, Ohio. DLZ is a nationally recognized and award-winning multidisciplinary firm dedicated to shaping the future by designing infrastructure and creating solutions that genuinely improve communities and empower careers. The company delivers a comprehensive suite of services, including engineering and architectural design, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing throughout the Midwest region. In this pivotal role, you will contribute directly to the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the firm, operating in an environment where innovation meets collaboration and your accounting expertise drives meaningful impact on vital community projects.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Columbus, OH

• Mission: This person is responsible for maintaining the integrity of general ledger accounts, processing financial transactions, managing time-sheets, and supporting project-specific accounting and billing processes for a multidisciplinary firm.
• Tech Stack: MS Excel, MS Word

What You’ll Actually Do
• General Ledger Oversight: Review and reconcile various general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting principles.
• Banking Operations: Perform thorough bank reconciliations and conduct reviews of banking activities.
• Time-sheet Administration: Manage the processing and administration of time-sheets for the organization.
• Transaction Processing: Handle the processing of both accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions.
• Project Accounting & Billing: Maintain project-related accounting records and collaborate closely with project managers to prepare and process contract billings for clients.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required for this early career position.
• Experience: Candidates should possess 0-2 years of relevant Accounting experience, which can include internships or co-op experience. Desired qualifications include project accounting and client invoicing experience.
• Skills: Strong knowledge and proficiency in MS Excel and Word are essential. The role demands excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Additionally, the ideal candidate must be flexible, maintain a positive attitude, and demonstrate the ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Bonus: A background in the construction industry or specific experience with project costing would be a significant advantage for this position.