Senior Accountant

Job Description: Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc.
(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