CESO

Corporate

StaffAccountantII

$59–101k Akron, Ohio, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Entry candidates.

The Brief

“Staff Accountant II at CESO. Skills: Accounting, Project financial support, Financial analysis, Process improvements. Complete complex project setups aligned with contract terms. Analyze project WIP and A/R aging”

Industry & Context.

Corporate
Problems you'll solve

Utilize analytical and communication skills to support decision-making

Eligibility Requirements

Criminal background checks, Drug/alcohol checks

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience, Intermediate working knowledge of Excel

Nice to Have

A/E industry experience, Solid understanding of GAAP and project accounting principles, FAR knowledge, Notary in State of Business, Proficient with accounting Deltek

What You'll Do.

Complete complex project setups aligned with contract terms

Analyze project WIP and A/R aging

Resolve discrepancies

Prepare and process monthly client invoices

Maintain accurate project financial records

Process accounts payable

Post daily cash receipts and clear bank activity

Support month-end close and prepare schedules

Support bank statements and corporate credit cards reconciliation

Participate in process improvements and software enhancements

Help improve financial workflows and implement process efficiencies

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with Project Managers to analyze project WIP and A/R aging; Utilize analytical and communication skills to support decision-making and collaborate effectively across teams

Communication Scope

Utilize analytical and communication skills to support decision-making and collaborate effectively across teams

Process & Methodology

Complete complex project setups aligned with contract terms

Full Job Description

## Description Are you seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service – to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of “empowering our people to impact communities by bringing clients’ visions to life,” so if this speaks to you, let’s connect! At CESO, a Staff Accountant II performs advanced accounting tasks and provides comprehensive project financial support. The Staff Accountant II works independently on recurring responsibilities, conducts analysis, and contributes to process improvements while ensuring accuracy and compliance. ## Primary Responsibilities Complete complex project setups aligned with contract terms.Collaborate with Project Managers to analyze project WIP and A/R aging, and as needed work to resolve discrepancies.Prepare and process monthly client invoices independently.Maintain accurate project financial records.Process accounts payable, coding, and reconciliations independently.Maintain compliance with internal controls and company policies.Post daily cash receipts and clears bank activity in Deltek Vantagepoint.Support month-end close and prepare schedules.Support bank statements and corporate credit cards reconciliation.Participate in process improvements and software enhancements.Utilize strong analytical and communication skills to support decision-making and collaborate effectively across teams.Help improve financial workflows and implement process efficiencies.Perform other duties as assigned. ## Position Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field is required.Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience is required.A/E industry experience is preferred.Solid understanding of GAAP and project accounting principles is preferred.FAR knowledge is preferred.Notary in State of Business is preferred.Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Mi

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