Roman and Williams Buildings and Interiors
Senior Finance & Accounting Manager
Roman and Williams Buildings and Interiors, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Finance & Accounting Manager with experience in Deltek Ajera or other similar accounting and scheduling systems to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a background in professional services firms, preferably in architecture or interior design. This role sits at the intersection of finance, operations, and project delivery and is highly visible, responsible for ensuring that we allocate our team’s time wisely, manage project budgets effectively, and translate future work into clear financial forecasts. Base pay range: $120,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr. This range is provided by Roman and Williams Buildings and Interiors. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. We are an established firm with 20+ years of experience, serving 12–15 clients at a time and with project durations that often span 2–4 years. Our team of 20+ designers (a mix of employees and consultants) brings creativity and precision to every engagement. To further support this team, we are creating a new role that sits at the intersection of finance, operations, and project delivery. Key Responsibilities
Corporate Finance & Accounting: Oversee general ledger, month-end and year-end close processes; draft monthly pro-forma financial statements; manage accounts payable and receivable, cash flow, and expense tracking; support the annual tax preparation with external accountants; prepare estimates to support annual tax planning; develop and refine internal controls and financial reporting processes. Resource Planning & Labor Management: Establish project labor budgets (by employee, by phase) and monitor utilization; track and forecast staffing needs across 12–15 active client projects; collaborate with project managers to schedule employees on different projects, ensuring optimal allocation of resources based on project requirements; maintain up-to-date records of staff assignments and monitor resource availability; convert scheduled hours into forward-looking revenue projections; partner with leadership to produce rolling revenue and resource forecasts; monitor project performance against budgets, highlighting risks and opportunities. Billing & Invoicing: Prepare client invoices based on contract terms (e.g., T&M, fixed-fee, percentage of completion); ensure timely and accurate client billing; pursue collection of outstanding receivables. Business Development & Proposals: Support pricing for FF&E (furniture, fixtures & equipment) sales and proposals; work with Business Development to prepare budgets for new client proposals; assist in developing fee structures that balance design quality with financial performance. Operational Insights & Collaboration: Provide regular reporting on utilization, project profitability, and firm-wide performance; recommend process improvements for resourcing, budgeting, and forecasting; serve as a bridge between project managers, finance, and leadership. Qualifications
5+ years of experience in a professional services environment, with a preference for architecture or interior design industries. Strong understanding of labor-based business models (e.g., billable hours, utilization, and project budgets). Experience with project accounting or resource planning software (Deltek Ajera, Deltek Vision, or similar tools a plus). Strong financial modeling and forecasting skills. Excellent communication skills—able to collaborate with both creative and financial stakeholders. Comfortable working in a small, entrepreneurial environment where you’ll wear multiple hats. Education
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred. Skills & Abilities
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in project accounting, financial analysis, and budgeting. Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Administrative Industries
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We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Finance & Accounting Manager with experience in Deltek Ajera or other similar accounting and scheduling systems to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a background in professional services firms, preferably in architecture or interior design. This role sits at the intersection of finance, operations, and project delivery and is highly visible, responsible for ensuring that we allocate our team’s time wisely, manage project budgets effectively, and translate future work into clear financial forecasts. Base pay range: $120,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr. This range is provided by Roman and Williams Buildings and Interiors. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. We are an established firm with 20+ years of experience, serving 12–15 clients at a time and with project durations that often span 2–4 years. Our team of 20+ designers (a mix of employees and consultants) brings creativity and precision to every engagement. To further support this team, we are creating a new role that sits at the intersection of finance, operations, and project delivery. Key Responsibilities
Corporate Finance & Accounting: Oversee general ledger, month-end and year-end close processes; draft monthly pro-forma financial statements; manage accounts payable and receivable, cash flow, and expense tracking; support the annual tax preparation with external accountants; prepare estimates to support annual tax planning; develop and refine internal controls and financial reporting processes. Resource Planning & Labor Management: Establish project labor budgets (by employee, by phase) and monitor utilization; track and forecast staffing needs across 12–15 active client projects; collaborate with project managers to schedule employees on different projects, ensuring optimal allocation of resources based on project requirements; maintain up-to-date records of staff assignments and monitor resource availability; convert scheduled hours into forward-looking revenue projections; partner with leadership to produce rolling revenue and resource forecasts; monitor project performance against budgets, highlighting risks and opportunities. Billing & Invoicing: Prepare client invoices based on contract terms (e.g., T&M, fixed-fee, percentage of completion); ensure timely and accurate client billing; pursue collection of outstanding receivables. Business Development & Proposals: Support pricing for FF&E (furniture, fixtures & equipment) sales and proposals; work with Business Development to prepare budgets for new client proposals; assist in developing fee structures that balance design quality with financial performance. Operational Insights & Collaboration: Provide regular reporting on utilization, project profitability, and firm-wide performance; recommend process improvements for resourcing, budgeting, and forecasting; serve as a bridge between project managers, finance, and leadership. Qualifications
5+ years of experience in a professional services environment, with a preference for architecture or interior design industries. Strong understanding of labor-based business models (e.g., billable hours, utilization, and project budgets). Experience with project accounting or resource planning software (Deltek Ajera, Deltek Vision, or similar tools a plus). Strong financial modeling and forecasting skills. Excellent communication skills—able to collaborate with both creative and financial stakeholders. Comfortable working in a small, entrepreneurial environment where you’ll wear multiple hats. Education
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred. Skills & Abilities
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in project accounting, financial analysis, and budgeting. Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Administrative Industries
Design, Construction, and Engineering Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Roman and Williams Buildings and Interiors by 2x Get notified about new Finance & Accounting Manager jobs in New York, NY.
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