Senior Accountant

Gleeds; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gleeds is seeking a Senior Accountant in Atlanta, Georgia, responsible for day-to-day accounting operations and process improvements. The role includes month-end close support, financial reporting, and collaboration with finance leadership on project accounting activities.

The successful candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and over 5 years of experience, with strong knowledge in GAAP and financial reporting principles. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with Workday ERP are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with revenue recognition processes and project financial reviews.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Month-End Close

GAAP

Microsoft Excel

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Workday

Job description

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.

About the Role

The Senior Accountant will be responsible for supporting the day-to‑day accounting operations of the business while helping drive process improvements and financial reporting accuracy. This individual will work closely with finance leadership and operational stakeholders to ensure timely month‑end close, support project accounting activities, and contribute to the successful implementation of Workday ERP. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on accounting professional who enjoys working in a growing, project‑based environment and is excited by process improvement and systems transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Month‑End Close

• Support and actively participate in monthly, quarterly, and year‑end close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with revenue and project accrual reviews to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Support the preparation of monthly reporting packages and financial analysis.
• Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.

Cash & General Accounting

• Perform bank reconciliations and cash application activities.
• Support intercompany accounting and reconciliation processes across multiple entities.
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and internal controls.
• Assist in maintaining accurate and complete financial records.

Project Accounting & Revenue Recognition

• Support project accounting activities across the business.
• Assist with revenue recognition processes and project financial reviews.
• Partner with operational teams to ensure project financial data is accurate and complete.
• Monitor project‑related accruals and support forecasting activities.

ERP Implementation & Process Improvement Support

• Support Workday ERP implementation activities, including:
• User acceptance testing (UAT)
• Process documentation
• Data validation and reconciliation
• Training and change management support

Identify opportunities to improve, streamline, and standardize accounting processes.

• Assist in developing scalable procedures and controls to support continued business growth.

Audit & Compliance

• Assist with internal and external audit requests.
• Prepare supporting schedules and reconciliations for audit reviews.
• Support compliance with accounting standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles.
• Experience supporting month‑end close processes and account reconciliations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Required Skills

• ERP implementation or system transformation projects.
• Multi‑entity accounting environments.
• Project‑based accounting within professional services, construction consulting, engineering, or related industries.
• Strong ownership of month‑end close activities.
• Revenue recognition and project accounting experience.
• Process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience with Workday or similar cloud‑based ERP platforms.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Workday or similar cloud‑based ERP platforms.