Accounting Assistant

EBA Engineering, Inc.; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in Laurel, Maryland is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support financial operations, including managing accounts payable/receivable and performing reconciliations. The ideal candidate has a strong educational background in accounting or finance, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in relevant software. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field or 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R).
• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations.
• Review and process employee expense reports.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

3+ years of accounting experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software (QuickBooks, etc.)

Power BI

Job description

Overview

EBA Engineering, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will support key financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable, bank and account reconciliations, and financial report preparation. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a keen eye for accuracy, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team and grow within a well-established engineering firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and maintain accounts payable (A/P) and accounts receivable (A/R) transactions
• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger
• Perform monthly bank and account reconciliations
• Review and process employee expense reports in compliance with company policies
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation
• Support audits by preparing schedules and gathering documentation as requested
• Communicate with vendors, clients, and internal staff regarding billing and payment inquiries
• Assist with preparing financial reports and dashboards using Excel and Power BI, supporting data-driven decision-making across departments
• Assist the accounting team with special projects and administrative tasks as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field or 3+ years of accounting experience
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of relevant accounting experience (internship experience will be considered)
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint, QuickBooks, or similar ERP systems)
• Experience with Power BI
• Familiarity with engineering/construction industry accounting practices

If you meet these criteria and are ready to embark on an exciting opportunity, we encourage you to apply and be part of our team!

We offer a range of benefits to help you thrive in your career, including a competitive salary and comprehensive compensation package; health benefits encompassing medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; participation in a wellness rewards program designed to eliminate medical deductibles; a 401(k) plan with matching contributions from the company; flexible spending accounts; company-paid coverage for short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance benefits; paid holidays and vacation time; as well as reimbursement for tuition, certifications, and licensure to facilitate your ongoing professional advancement.

What We Do

At EBA, we appreciate that our success depends upon the experience, knowledge, and teamwork of our staff. We are committed to supporting diversity, opening doors, trading ideas, encouraging innovation, and giving our staff what they need to perform exceptional work in an exceptional atmosphere. EBA provides civil/site, geotechnical, structural, transportation, water resources, and water systems engineering; construction management/inspection; field and laboratory material testing; asset management; and geospatial technologies services to clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

EBA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that EBA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, EBA will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of EBA.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check. We also conduct pre-employment drug testing. Any job offer will be based on the results of background and drug testing.