Staff Accountant

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.

The Role

We are looking for the future staff accountant to be an integral part of achieving the finance department goals such as assisting us in streamlining TT’s complex financial close processes as well as making recommendations for improvements and for a more effective financial close. Looking for an energetic candidate, with high analytical skills who can work independently as well as a part of a team. 

Responsibilities

• Prepare general ledger account analyses and their respective journal entries for domestic and international entities.
• Prepare and maintain financial management reports.
• Assist in the preparation and analysis of complex financial reporting.
• Review, research and interpret current and historical financial data and resolve departmental inquiries concerning financial reports.
• Document and monitor internal controls.
• Assist with accounting system process enhancements and software upgrades, including testing and training.
• Assist in the annual audits and other regulatory audits that occur during the year.
• Assist management with special projects and ad-hoc analyses.
• Assist in the preparation of regulatory filings as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• 1-3 years of related experience, preferably in the professional services industry.
• Experience with computerized ledger systems, Microsoft Dynamics and Blackline preferred.
• Strong MS-Excel skills. 
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems.
• The role will require analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to multitask, follow through and meet deadlines within tight timeframes

Compensation

The rate for this position generally is $70,000 - $80,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the New York Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful New York applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York or perform the position from New York. Similar positions located outside of New York will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by New York Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employee already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee’s pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare

• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Commuter Transit (where available)

• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments

• Fitness Reimbursement

• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

 

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Thornton Tomasetti is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Thornton Tomasetti are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence