We are an award-winning design firm, fueled by ideas and a culture of collaboration. Our purpose-driven approach creates healthy places, strong communities and a resilient environment. That's where you come in. With leading clients, diverse colleagues and offices in creative capitals around the globe , a career at NBBJ will inspire you to be extraordinary and help create lasting change. You can learn more about our firm , see what it's like to work here and explore recent projects and ideas at NBBJ.com . Join us to make an impact today! The role at a glance: This is an excellent opportunity for you to join NBBJ Seattle in a Staff Accountant role working directly with the Controller and Tax Director, as well as, collaborating with all areas of the Finance team. This position requires a curious-minded, detailed-oriented and deadline driven individual who is willing to be a team player. An ideal candidate will have proven themselves able to thrive in a fast-paced environment through their organizational skills and ability to work in a rapidly changing environment. They will be comfortable working independently and be able to prioritize multiple projects. In your new role you will:

• Participate in month-end close process preparing journal entries and assisting with workpaper review; ensuring deadlines are met
• Prepare monthly account reconciliations
• Prepare state local and tax filings, property taxes, B&O filings and license renewal
• Analyze and summarize budget to actual variances
• Research problems and propose solutions
• Assist in the preparation of supporting schedules for consolidated financial statements
• Collaborate with teams to build annual firm wide overhead expense budget
• Work closely with the Accounts Payable team including reviewing payments and approving electronic banking transactions
• Oversee cash requirements for multiple entity bank accounts
• Assist in review and posting of other Finance team members' work
• Assist in establishing, improving and documenting processes
• Demonstrate leadership, communication and teamwork on a daily basis
• Special projects and other duties as needed

What you need to succeed

• Minimum of 2 3 years cost accounting and general ledger experience with a track record of progressive responsibility
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance with knowledge of GAAP
• Public accounting experience a plus
• Experience with a multi-company and multi-currency environment
• Accuracy and strong analytical skills are essential
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines, remaining professional, responsive and cooperative
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking and prioritizing skills
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with all levels of employees
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to speak and read Mandarin a plus
• Deltek Vision and Sage Fixed Assets experience a plus

NBBJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity