Akrf
Environmental, engineering, and planning services for infrastructure and development projects.
Lead accounting operations, compliance, reporting, and financial strategy for AKRF.
5 days ago
$170,000 - $200,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
New York, New York, United States
Office Full-Time
Company Size
200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Acoustics, Noise and Vibration
Air Quality
Civil Engineering
Climate Resilience and Adaptation
Construction Monitoring and Inspection
Cultural Resources
Economics and Real Estate Consulting
Environmental Impact Assessment
Sector Specialisms
Land Development
Transportation
Energy
Water
Civic and Government
Commercial, Office and Retail
Cultural
Education, Health and Science
Role
Description
financial close
audit management
regulatory compliance
cost accounting
budget forecasting
payroll administration
- Oversee all accounting operations including billing, A/R, A/P, GL, payroll, cost accounting, and revenue recognition
- Lead the month‑end and year‑end close process with accuracy and timeliness
- Ensure compliance with FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation), GAAP, and other regulatory frameworks
- Manage internal and external financial audits and act as primary liaison with auditors
- Support the CFO with financial strategy, risk management, and long‑term planning
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to the executive team and Board
- Supervise and develop accounting staff; foster a high‑performance, accountable team culture
- Collaborate with project managers and leadership on budget forecasting, job costing, and profitability analysis
- Maintain and continuously improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Manage indirect cost rates and prepare overhead rate submissions to various State and Local agencies
- Partner with HR and operations on payroll, benefits, and tax compliance matters
Requirements
cpa
accounting degree
12+ years
leadership
engineering consulting
project accounting
The Finance department is seeking a strategic and detail‑oriented Controller to lead our accounting operations and help drive financial efficiency, compliance, and reporting accuracy. This individual will be a key partner to the CFO and senior leadership, bringing a strong understanding of the engineering consulting industry, especially within the ACEC framework, and a demonstrated commitment to financial integrity.
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- Minimum of 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership or controller role
- Prior experience in the architecture, engineering, or environmental consulting industry; ACEC‑member firm background highly preferred
- Deep knowledge of project‑based accounting, FAR, and indirect cost rate calculations
Benefits
Compensation will range from $170K to $200K and commensurate with experience.
Professionals join and remain at AKRF for our corporate‑casual environment that values flexible work schedules and locations, and balances award‑winning projects with social impact initiatives, charitable giving, and plenty of fun and games. We foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where employees are respected and valued in honor of their identities; we strive to deliver on this promise every day. Our cookie exchanges and ice‑cream socials are quite the treat.
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Vacation and Sick time
- Flexible work schedules and locations
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Training and professional development courses
- Opportunities for community outreach through internal networks
- Charitable donation match
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
- Founded with a focus on providing high-quality environmental consulting and engineering services.
- Specializes in supporting complex infrastructure and development projects across the U.S.
- Partners with clients to navigate regulatory compliance, permitting, and environmental impacts.
- Projects range from transportation systems and water resources to large-scale residential and commercial developments.
- Known for in-depth expertise in environmental assessments, site remediation, and natural resource management.
- Leveraged a multi-disciplinary approach to deliver innovative solutions for public and private sector clients.
- Has played a key role in major infrastructure projects, helping shape cities and communities across the region.
Culture + Values
- We value creativity. We solve what others can’t by looking where others won’t. We embrace exploration. We don’t dwell on setbacks. And we don’t settle until we arrive at the right solution for every project.
- We value excellence. Since our earliest days, we have demanded the highest level of excellence from ourselves. We push each other. We are never satisfied with what’s expected. And we continually discover new expressions of true quality.
- We value service. We seek to serve and elevate every person on every side of every project. That means we are responsive, adaptable, and connected to our clients. It also means we are flexible, supportive, and encouraging of each other.
- We value openness. Our success is not driven by solo endeavors. And none of us benefit from singular viewpoints. We embrace and actively pursue teams that are shaped by different cultures, backgrounds, lived experiences, and areas of expertise.
Environment + Sustainability
Almost 40 Person
Sustainability Team Size
Committed to measuring, tracking, and reporting firm’s environmental impact through a dedicated Sustainability Working Group.
- Founded on principles of environmental conservation and stewardship.
- Offer greenhouse gas emissions inventories and forecasting, decarbonization studies, energy conservation analysis, materials recycling studies, water reuse and reclamation.
- Engaged in site sustainability consulting including GHG emissions inventories, heat-vulnerability and urban tree canopy assessments.
- Integrate sustainable design in climate resilience projects, including material reuse, carbon accounting, smart site design.
- Committed to measuring, tracking, and reporting firm’s environmental impact via a Sustainability Working Group.
- Net zero target: implicitly working toward decarbonization—no publicly stated firm-wide net zero date.
Inclusion & Diversity
2023
ACEC New York Awards
Recognized with the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Award.
2022
Crain's Notable LGBTQ Leaders
CEO recognized among notable LGBTQ leaders in New York.
- Established and empowered Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee reporting to the Board of Directors with near‑and long‑term strategies.
- Leadership engagement: CEO serves as DEI&B Committee Chair for ACEC New York and finalist in Crain’s New York Business Diversity and Inclusion Awards.
- Corporate‑casual environment valuing flexible work schedules, social impact initiatives, charitable giving, fun, and inclusive culture.
- Intern/co‑op DEI: internships designed to foster curiosity, collaboration, excellence, with real‑world projects in partnership with diversity‑focused organizations.