<p>Staff Accountant</p> <p>Department: Corporate/Administrative</p> <p>Employment Type: Full Time</p> <p>Location: Maumee, OH</p> <p>Reporting To: Aaron Steele</p> <p>Description</p> <p>The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions to our clients from our offices throughout Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, West Virginia and Alabama.</p> <p>Due to MSG's continued growth, a new opening is available for a Staff Accountant! We are looking for an individual who is self-motivated, pro-active, has good organizational and time management skills. Prior experience with an Architecture or Engineering firm is preferred. Construction industry candidates will also be considered.</p> <p>The Staff Accountant supports the financial operations of an Architecture & Engineering (A/E) firm by managing the accounts receivable process with accuracy, professionalism, and industry awareness. This role focuses on payment application, project-based account reconciliation, communication with clients, and supporting project managers with AR-related information. Experience with A/E billing structures-such as time & materials, percent-complete, retainage, and subconsultant pass-throughs-is highly valued.</p> <p>Specific Duties & Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Monitor client accounts and follow up on outstanding balances across multiple projects. </li><li>Accurately record and apply customer payments (checks, ACH, wire transfers, credit card) to the appropriate projects, phases, and tasks. </li><li>Perform project-based AR reconciliations and identify discrepancies related to contract amounts, retainage, or subconsultant charges. </li><li>Communicate professionally with clients, project managers, and internal teams regarding payment status, adjustments, and account inquiries. </li><li>Maintain clear, organized records of all AR transactions, client communications, and project-level financial data. </li><li>Collaborate with project managers to review aging reports and support their efforts to manage collections. </li><li>Prepare AR aging analysis and provide regular updates and reports to leadership. </li><li>Assist with month-end close, including revenue recognition support, project AR reconciliations, and journal entries. </li><li>Contribute to process improvement initiatives to streamline AR workflows and enhance project financial reporting. </li></ul> <p>Skills, Knowledge & Expertise</p> <ul> <li>Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (preferred). </li><li>2-4 years of accounts receivable experience, ideally within the Architecture, Engineering, or Professional Services industry. </li><li>Strong understanding of project-based accounting and A/E financial workflows. </li><li>Proficiency in Deltek Vantagepoint or other Deltek ERP products (highly preferred). </li><li>Solid Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, basic formulas). </li><li>Excellent communication and customer service skills, especially when working with clients and project teams. </li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines across various projects. </li><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. </li></ul> <p>Benefits</p> <ul> <li>401(k) w/ company match </li><li>Health insurance w/ HSA option, Vision, Dental, Life </li><li>Flexible schedule </li><li>Paid time off </li><li>Referral program </li><li>Tuition reimbursement </li><li>Catalytic Coaching - Employees draft a development plan aimed at improving contributions in their current job and increasing the potential for other opportunities. MSG is all about bringing out the best in people at work! </li></ul> <p>It is the policy of our company to follow equal employment opportunity procedures in compliance with federal, state and local criteria. We will provide all applicants for employment, and all employees, with equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, and/or any other protected classes covered by any local, state and federal laws.</p> <p>#LI-CO1</p>