Staff Accountant

Globetrotters Engineering is a full-service professional organization based in beautiful downtown Chicago, which was rated the “Best Big City” by Conde Nast Traveler readers for an unprecedented eight years in a row.

We are proud to have served the public and private sectors since 1974, drawing upon highly qualified and experienced staff with diverse expertise to provide cost-effective, sustainable, and responsive services to our clients.

Globetrotters is committed to planning, designing, constructing, and managing quality and sustainable infrastructure projects that play an integral role in the development and success of the communities we serve.

Globetrotters is a three-time honoree of the Best & Brightest Company to Work For® award (2024, 2025, 2026) and was also recognized as one of the Best Companies to Work for in Engineering in 2025. These distinguished awards recognize organizations that foster exceptional workplace cultures and demonstrate innovative business practices.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team! The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, a solid understanding of GAAP accounting principles, and the ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

In this role, you will:

• Prepare, review, and process accurate monthly client invoices.
• Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, including payment processing, account reconciliation, and collections.
• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on past-due accounts through phone calls and email communications.
• Assist with month-end closing activities, general ledger reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial reports and statements.
• Assist with tax filings, regulatory compliance, and annual financial audits.
• Collaborate with project managers to monitor project budgets, review financial performance, and resolve discrepancies.
• Establish and maintain projects, budgets, rate tables, and related documentation in Deltek.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Provide administrative and accounting support to the Accounting Manager and CFO, including assistance with special projects as needed.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience with project management or accounting software preferred.
• Working knowledge of bookkeeping principles and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple departments.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow assignments through to completion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work on-site in the office five days per week.

At Globetrotters, you are offered the diverse opportunities that are found at a larger firm but are within the more collaborative and close-knit environment of a mid-size firm. Your perspective and exceptional skills will be valued here.

Salary range is $60,000 – $80,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.