Accounting Coordinator

Gensler; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) and profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Twice annual bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Gensler in Houston is seeking an Accounting Coordinator to manage consultant accounts payable for the South Central Region and accounts receivable collections for Houston and Austin. The role emphasizes collaboration, problem solving, and improving internal client workflows.

The ideal candidate has an accounting or business degree (or 3–5 years in professional services), strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, and experience with Deltek Vision.

Qualifications

• Accounting or business administration degree or 3–5 years in professional services
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; strong communication skills
• Deltek Vision software experience preferred

Responsibilities

• A/R collections: Coordinate with Project Managers and clients to resolve issues and improve cash flow
• Process consultant invoices for approval by Project Managers
• Data entry for consultant invoices for Houston and Austin
• Run cash requirements reports and support weekly check runs
• Communicate with consultants on short payments and collection issues
• Understand project billing deadlines, terms, and accruals
• Maintain organized consultant vendor files
• Assist Regional Operating Officer with calendar management and travel
• Prepare presentations using PowerPoint

Skills

Highly organized

Team player

Technology minded

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking under pressure

Written & verbal communication

Excel

PowerPoint

Deltek Vision experience

Education

Accounting or business administration degree

Tools

Deltek Vision

Job description

General Information

Posting Date: 10-13-2026

Time Type: Full-Time

Job ID: 9215

Areas of Expertise: Finance

Job Category: Finance

Locations

Houston, TX, US

Your Role

Gensler's hub office in Houston is seeking an Accounting Coordinator. This position will be responsible for all aspects of Consultant Accounts Payable Processing for the South Central Region and Accounts Receivable Collections for the Houston and Austin offices. The ideal candidates loves collaborating, finding creative solutions and helping to make your internal clients' lives easier

What You Will Do

• A/R collections: Work closely with your internal clients - Project Managers, Studio Directors and others - as well as external clients to identify and resolve issues as required to ensure timely payment and improved cash flow
• Print, log, and collate incoming consultant invoices for distribution to Project Managers for approval
• Data entry of consultant invoices for the Houston and Austin offices
• Run cash requirements reports, verify consultant invoices to be paid, submit documents to Accounting Manager for approval, and submit reports to Firmwide Accounts Payable for weekly check run
• Communicate with consultants regarding short payments, collection issues, etc. as required.
• Understand Gensler billing process: Project Accountant deadlines, consultant payment terms, consultant accruals, etc.
• Maintain organized consultant vendor files
• Proactively develop new ideas and solutions to improve processes
• Support the Regional Operating Officer with calendar management and travel arrangements utilizing corporate travel systems
• Presentation compilation utilizing PowerPoint

Your Qualifications

• Accounting or business administration degree, or minimum of 3-5 years experience in a professional services environment, preferably with an architecture or design firm
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• A self-starter and a great team player
• Not just comfortable with technology, but seeks ways to achieve better results through new technologies and processes
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage different personality types
• Works well under pressure with multiple tasks and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint
• Prior experience with Deltek Vision software preferred
• Excellent references who speak to the quality of your work and your personal contributions to business performance and organizational culture

This position is in-person. Successful candidates will be located in the Houston, Texas area. If you're open to relocating to the area, please apply! Non-local candidates are welcome. U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 study ranks Houston in the top 10 Best Big Cities to Live in the U.S.!

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to "Well-being Awareness Week," our offices reflect our people's diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

As part of the firm's commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state and local law.

Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law.

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