Life at PE

Perkins Eastman is a global architectural design practice with expertise in all aspects of the built environment, working at all scales, and at every level of detail. With studios in 24 locations worldwide, we design for people, to leave a lasting and positive impact on the human experience and the world we inhabit. This is captured in our ethos "human by design".

We believe design is a collaborative art and we are structured as integrated practice of passionate professionals committed to delivering the best design for our clients. Our team of diverse and complementary talents work together in studios, that can draw from relevant expertise and points of view from across the whole practice to analyze and solve the specific design challenges they are working on. Within the firm we have 18 practice areas, cores of expertise, that focus as centers of knowledge and analysis, that are both an essential foundation and fuel for the creative design work. Sustainability is intrinsic to our design approach. It is an essential ingredient for the design teams throughout the process, adding valuable insights, ideas, and research to the process. For us all good design is sustainable.

The Opportunity:

We’re seeking an experienced Corporate Accounting Manager with 10+ years of progressive experience to lead financial planning and accounting initiatives across the firm. This role serves as a key business partner to executive leadership, operations, and project teams, ensuring disciplined financial governance, high-quality reporting, and data-driven decision support across a portfolio of complex design and construction projects.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee general ledger accounting and ensure accurate & timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes
• Review and approve journal entries and account reconciliations,
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal accounting policies
• Manage balance sheet and income statement accuracy
• Oversee international accounting operations and intercompany reconciliation

Financial Reporting

• Lead preparation and review of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Deliver monthly variance analysis with clear commentary on drivers, risks, and corrective actions.
• Lead external audits, including preparation of schedules and auditor requests
• Coordinate statutory and regulatory reporting requirements as applicable
• Produce executive-level reporting supported by data-driven analysis to inform management decision making
• Monitor and ensure monthly reconciliation of Deltek Vision (internal) and third party (external) accounting records; including Balance Sheet, Income Statement and Management Reports.
• Identify anomalies, departure from US GAAP compliance and firm policies
• Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analyses as requested

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Support the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasts, and multi-year strategic planning, including scenario modeling.
• Provide leadership with financial insight critical to strategic and operational decision-making

• Support ERP and financial system implementations or upgrades
• Manage the close-out of merged and acquired companies, including:

• Planning, directing and coordinating the preparation of final financial statements and tax returns.
• Assisting with preparation and filing of dissolution documents with regulatory agencies,
• Reviewing project contract assignments for accuracy and supporting post-merger integration
• Overseeing assignment notifications for client and vendor contracts.
• Coordinating the discontinuation of service contracts

Cash Flow & Working Capital

• Lead cash flow forecasting and working capital optimization
• Supervise Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable cycles
• Implement strategies to reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and improve collections

Compliance

• Oversee indirect tax and compliance filings, ensuring all submissions comply with applicable regulations prior to filing with local authorities

Risk Management & Governance

• Strengthen internal controls, risk assessment processes, and delegation of financial authority
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff
• Identify opportunities for automation, process improvement, and re-engineering of financial processes and procedures

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting multi-entity and multi-jurisdiction operations, including joint ventures and international entities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA, CPA, or CMA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive corporate finance experience, with 5+ years directly in AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction).
• Deep expertise in project-based accounting, US GAAP, international accounting principles, ASC 606, , and percent-of-completion methodologies.
• Advanced financial modeling and scenario analysis skills using Excel and Power BI; proficiency with Deltek Vision required.
• Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and executive stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

What we offer you:

• Robust medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401k Options
• Life Insurance
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Professional Development
• Competitive salary

PE has a hybrid policy that allows flexibility for our employees in managing their working days and hours to cater to their diverse needs.

Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographical work location.

Salary Range: $124k - $140k

Perkins Eastman is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and a participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.