Senior Accountant

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Are you a highly motivated and detail-oriented accounting professional ready to take the next step in your career? UES, one of the fastest-growing AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) firms in the United States, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our corporate finance team in Orlando, FL. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute significantly to our financial operations in a rapidly expanding organization!

As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for independently managing assigned accounts and playing a key role in month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting. This role contributes to audits, process improvements, and may provide guidance to junior staff.

• Independently prepare journal entries and reconcile moderate to complex general ledger accounts (e.g., prepaid expenses, fixed assets, intercompany accounts)
• Lead the month-end close process for assigned entities or departments, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
• Prepare financial statements, management reports, and audit schedules with minimal supervision in accordance with GAAP
• Analyze income statement and balance sheet activity to identify and explain variances from budget and forecast
• Participate in the integration of new business units or acquisitions into the general ledger and accounting systems
• Apply GAAP standards in day-to-day accounting operations; assist with the implementation of new accounting guidance
• Provide input and support for internal and external audits by preparing lead schedules and responding to auditor inquiries
• Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, and IT to resolve discrepancies and improve data quality
• Recommend and help implement improvements to accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting tools
• May mentor or review the work of junior staff, supporting training and knowledge-sharing initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA or progress toward certification preferred
• 4+ years of professional accounting experience, ideally in a corporate or multi-entity environment
• Public Accounting experience is Preferred
• Solid understanding of GAAP and hands-on experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and variance analysis
• Proficiency with ERP/accounting systems and strong Microsoft Office skills
• Experience preparing audit files and supporting internal or external audits
• Ability to independently manage assigned accounts and contribute to month-end close activities
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to analyze and interpret financial data
• Effective communicator who can collaborate across teams and explain financial concepts to non-finance partners
• Experience mentoring junior staff or reviewing work is a plus

• This position primarily operates in a professional office environment, requiring the ability to work at a desk for extended periods while using a computer, phone, and standard office equipment
• The position involves sitting for extended periods, performing data entry, and engaging in frequent communication via email, phone, and in-person interactions
• The role involves regular communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders, both in person and through virtual platforms
• The physical demands of the job may include occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of office materials up to 15 pounds

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here