Accounting Assistant

Kimley-Horn • Seattle, WA

13d • $55,000 - $64,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Join one of Fortune Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For"! Kimley-Horn is seeking an Accounting Assistant for our Seattle accounting team!
This office-based position is located at our Seattle office, 1201 Third Avenue, Suite 2800, Seattle, Washington (WA) 98101.
The ideal candidate would be able to work in a fast-paced collaborative team setting and communicate effectively to achieve group goals. This individual would work closely with accounting team members to support full project lifecycle business functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent requited; Bachelors degree preferred
• 1+ years of relevant accounting experience or coursework
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• High degree of professionalism and strong people skills
• Excellent team player
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a deadline driven environment
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Deltek CostPoint proficiency is a plus

Nice To Haves

• Deltek CostPoint proficiency is a plus

Responsibilities

• Support Project Accountants with business-related tasks for both internal and external client requests
• Prepare and send monthly invoices that may require expense backup, timesheet detail, pay applications, or other client-specific invoicing requirements
• Partner with Project Accountants to monitor and follow-up on unpaid invoices to collect accounts receivable balances
• Work closely with accounting team members to support full project lifecycle business functions
• Monitor and collect accounts receivable by working directly with clients
• Evaluate incoming payments to ensure proper cash application
• Process accounts payable, overhead invoices, check requests, and respond to vendor inquiries
• Cash receipt backup
• Data entry directly into internal and external accounting systems
• Review client contracts to ensure accurate project setup
• Electronic contract and document management
• Assist with other general accounting support functions as required

Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees