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Finance Manager

New York City | In-Studio

S9 Architecture is an award-winning architecture and design studio based in New York City. Our work spans multifamily residential, mixed-use, hospitality, workplace, adaptive reuse, and urban projects throughout North America. We are seeking an organized, proactive, and collaborative Finance Manager to support the accounting and financial operations of our growing practice.
The Finance Manager will report directly to the firm's leadership and work closely with the Founding Principal and external financial consultant. This role oversees the firm's day-to-day accounting and financial operations and will manage and coordinate with the firm's Project Accountant and related accounting functions.
This position is highly collaborative and interacts regularly with studio leadership, project managers, consultants, and external advisors. The ideal candidate is comfortable working within a creative, fast-paced professional services environment and is capable of balancing accounting rigor with strong communication and organizational skills.

• Manage the firm's accounting operations utilizing Deltek Vison/ Vantagepoint ERP software
• Oversee accounts receivable processes
• Collections and client follow up
• Monitor cash flow and provide regular reporting to leadership
• Manage accounts payable processes including vendor setup, invoice review, coding, approvals, and payment processing
• Employee expense reimbursements and corporate credit card reconciliations
• Perform daily bank reconciliations
• Perform month-end close activities by the 15th of each month
• Maintain and post general ledger accounts and support accruals, fixed assets, and depreciation schedules
• Support bi-monthly payroll processing
• Coordinate with external CPA and consultants regarding tax filings, compliance, and annual reporting
• Prepare and process quarterly sales tax returns and Commercial Rent Tax Returns
• Assist leadership with budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis

• Coordinate with the firm's Billing Manager and related accounting support functions
• Support project managers and leadership with financial reporting and project accounting information
• Help maintain meticulously organized financial systems, records, and reporting procedures
• Participate in improving operational workflows and accounting processes as the firm continues to grow

• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably within architecture, engineering, design, or other professional services firms
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• Strong understanding of project-based accounting environments
• Experience with Deltek Vision or Deltek Vantagepoint strongly preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting/ERP systems
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow-through skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented studio environment
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting

• Full-time, in-person position based in New York City

What We Offer

Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance and employee assistance program. 

Savings: 401k with matching, pre-tax spending accounts, gym membership reimbursement, and employee discount programs.

Professional Development: Allowance available for conferences and continuing education. 

Compensation: $100,000-$120,000 based upon experience, qualifications and education.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to be considered.

Salary range

The range above is a good faith estimate based on the expectations as laid out in the job description.  We are, however, often open to a wide variety of profiles and recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced (or more senior) than this job description as posted.  If that ends up being the case, the actual salary may vary from the estimates provided above.

S9 Architecture is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.