Accounting Administrator

Bell Design Co.; Bingen (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Design Co. in Bingen, WA is seeking an Accounting Administrator to manage day-to-day financial operations on-site. You will handle AP/AR, invoicing, payroll entries, and uphold accurate records for engineering and surveying projects.

Collaborating with project managers and leadership, you will ensure compliance with internal controls, prepare basic financial reports, and monitor budgets across ongoing projects. Strong analytical and Excel skills are required.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for reviewing transactions and reconciling accounts.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and experience with financial statements and general ledgers.
• Background in finance or accounting with budgeting, invoicing, and payroll familiarity.
• Effective communication for collaborating with team members, clients, and vendors.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Education such as an associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work on-site in Bingen, WA, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a small-team environment.
• Prior experience in professional services, engineering, or construction-related industries is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable and reconcile invoices.
• Assist with payroll entries and maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare and review basic financial reports and track project-related billing.
• Support budget monitoring for ongoing engineering and surveying projects.
• Coordinate with project managers and leadership on finance questions and respond to inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and established accounting procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Accounting knowledge

Budgeting and payroll processes

Communication skills

Excel

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Job description

Company Description

Bell Design Co. (BDC) is a civil engineering and land surveying firm based in Bingen, Washington, in the Columbia River Gorge, serving both public and private sector clients. Since 1994, BDC has focused on delivering accurate, high-quality services including road design, water and sewer system modeling and design, structural analysis, land surveying, construction inspection, and contract administration. The company is committed to serving local and neighboring communities, maintaining a positive and healthy working environment, and enhancing quality of life through professional and personal community involvement. With a team of 14 employees, BDC has completed nearly 4,000 projects for more than 2,000 clients across the Columbia River Gorge and Portland Metro area, offering a close-knit, mission-driven workplace for team members.

Role Description

The Accounting Administrator is a full-time, on-site role based in Bingen, WA, responsible for supporting day-to-day financial operations. This role includes processing accounts payable and receivable, preparing and reconciling invoices, assisting with payroll entries, and maintaining accurate financial records. The Accounting Administrator will help prepare and review basic financial reports, track project-related billing, and support budget monitoring for ongoing engineering and surveying projects. The role also involves coordinating with project managers and leadership on finance-related questions, responding to vendor and client inquiries, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and established accounting procedures.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail for reviewing transactions and reconciling accounts.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and experience working with financial statements and general ledgers.
• Background in finance or accounting, including familiarity with budgeting, invoicing, and payroll processes.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members, clients, and vendors.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word).
• Relevant education such as an associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work on-site in Bingen, WA, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a small-team environment.
• Prior experience in professional services, engineering, or construction-related industries is beneficial.