Accounting Associate II

Position Summary:

The Accounting Associate II is an intermediate level clerical position that provides accounting support for the company. The tasks at this level range from routine to moderate in difficulty requiring some analysis and limited judgment. The Accounting Associate II operates with a general degree of supervision and instruction.

Typical Functions:

• Manages a high volume of simple to moderately complex processes including, but not limited to, company billing, accounts payable, payroll, and/or collections

• Provides general project accounting support beginning with project initiation through project close-out

• Provides general administrative support, including phone support and filing

• Ensures the integrity and accuracy of data (time entry, employee expense reimbursements, billings, etc.)

• Assists in the development of entry level accounting staff.

Requirements:

• Associates Degree or higher in accounting or related field

• Minimum two years office experience, preferably in an accounting department

• Basic to intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and/or QuickBooks

• Workday experience a plus

• Detail-oriented nature

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Analytical skills

• Strong customer service orientation

• Sensitivity to confidentiality

Culture, Compensation, and Benefits: 

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) is a global firm of engineers, architects, and materials scientists. Clients worldwide seek ourexpertise to solve the most significant, interesting, and challenging problems in the built world. Our applied experience from more than 175,000 projects combined withunparalleled laboratory and testing capabilitieshave made WJE a leader in providing innovative yet practical solutions to the clients we serve. 

Working at WJE is a team endeavor characterized by a culture of trust and personal responsibility. We encourage open communication, continuous learning, innovative thinking, ongoing mentoring, and free-flowing collaboration. Weseekhighly talented and hard-working individuals who want to be challenged, who want hands-on work, who want to set a higher standard, and who want to be mentored by the industry’s most accomplished experts. People with outstandingCharacter, unwavering Commitment to our core and culture, strong Expertise, and genuine Enthusiasm for their work. 

Learn more about the Extraordinary People we hire at WJE at www.wje.com/careers

WJE offers a robust, total compensation structure, wherethe hourly rate is just onecomponent of an employee’s annual earnings. Additionally, employeesmay be eligible toreceiveovertime andvariable compensation based on personal and company performance, often resulting in above-market annual earnings.Actualhourly rate will be based on several factors including consideration for a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, andproficiency for the rolewhileremaining mindful of our commitment to internal equity. A good faith estimate of thestartinghourly rate (gross) for this position is in the followingrange:  

This non-exempt position is also eligible for WJE’s industry-leading, totalrewards package which enables our employees to grow and thrive with comprehensive health and financial benefits including:

• Robust and affordable health plans for employees and their families, including HSA as well as low and high-deductible PPO options

• Generous 401(k) matching of 110% for the first 6% of eligible pay vesting immediately

• Time off to care for yourself and others

• Investments in employees’ educational assistance and professional development

​Learn more about WJE’s total rewards packagehere. 

WJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants to apply including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans (VEVRAA federal contractor).

WJE will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Fair Chance Ordinances.