Accountant – Process Improvement and Financial System Support

Job Description

   Are we the road to your future? Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to delivering the future of infrastructure in three key areas of service: Design + Engineering, Planning + Environmental, and Program + Construction Management. We are currently searching for an experienced Accountant – Process Improvement and Financial System Support to support our Accounting department located in Mobile, AL.  What you’ll be doing:Process Improvement:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and monitor process enhancements
• Continuously review workflow and suggest changes to enhance productivity and accuracy
• Evaluate existing financial processes and procedures to identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains

Financial System Support:

• Provide technical support for financial systems, including troubleshooting issues and resolving user inquiries
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure seamless integration and functioning of financial systems
• Facilitate training sessions for staff to enhance their proficiency in using financial software

Financial Analysis:

• Prepare financial analyses to aid in decision-making processes

Compliance and Audit:

• Assist with financial audits and ensure compliance with relevant accounting principles and regulations
• Support the maintenance of proper internal controls to safeguard financial data and transactions

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Collaborate with the finance team to participate in the budgeting and forecasting process
• Assist in creating financial models and projections to support business planning

What you need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Accounting Information Systems, or a related field. CPA/CMA/MBA qualifications are a plus
• Entry level experience in accounting/audit, financial analysis, and process improvement within a corporate environment
• Proficiency in financial systems and software (e.g., Deltek Vantagepoint, Concur, Power BI, etc.) with a strong ability to troubleshoot and support users
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service
• Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities
• Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple tasks with deadlines
• Knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, and reporting standards.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
  1. Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion
  2. Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
  3. Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems
  4. Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written
  5. Be able to multi-task in a team environment

Volkert Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
• Challenging and innovative projects
• Employee referral program
• Professional development
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Additional voluntary benefits

 The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert. “For nearly a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.