Staff Accountant

dbHMS • Chicago, Illinois • Full Time

Posted on Mon, Sep 21, 2026

Staff Accountant Firm Overview Do more than just build! At dbHMS, we are a collection of doers and thinkers. We combine our passion for engineering with our client’s vision to realize successful construction projects in our community and worldwide. Together with our clients, we are dedicated to leaving a legacy of stewardship and innovation through our impact on the built environment. Our staff of talented individuals and unique characters is united in their dedication to deliver high-performance, efficient, and sustainable buildings worldwide.  Our Administrative Studio team, in our Chicagooffice is seeking a Staff Accountant. This role will support the overall business operations by handling bookkeeping, accounts payable, and accounts receivable while working closely with clients, and other admin team members. Our dynamic work environment provides the perfect opportunity to advance your career while developing and fine-tuning your skills along with offering a supportive office culture, diverse workforce, flexible work schedules, and regular social events. At dbHMS, you will find everything you need for and exciting, challenging, and rewarding career. dbHMS is committed to a diverse workforce and to providing a safe, accessible workplace. Most duties will be performed in an office environment. dbHMS currently operates with both hybrid and remote-only work policies. The typical week consists of five, eight-hour shifts. dbHMS offers a competitive benefits package* that includes:

401(k)
Insurance - Health, Dental, Vision and Life
Paid Time Off
Professional Trade Organization dues Re-Imbursement

*Waiting period may apply. Position Overview At dbHMS, we rely on our Staff Accountant to apply principles of accounting to input AP, apply payments, reconcile bank statements and make journal entries using generally accepted accounting principles. They will work with other Administrative team members to support the financial functions of the organization. Essential Job Functions

Perform accounting transactions (AP, AR, JEs).
Perform timely bank and credit card reconciliations.
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual closings.
Reconcile accounts payables and receivables.
Perform weekly bank deposits and reconciliations.
Assist with managing balance sheets and profit/loss statements.
Publish financial statements for executive team.
Maintain financial data confidentiality.
Comply with financial policies and regulations.

Requirements

Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Minimum of 1-3 years of experience.
Professional experience working with confidential and sensitive information.
Knowledge of state and federal tax form processes.
Ability to prioritize daily tasks and meet timely obligations with many clients.
Knowledge of accounting processes and advanced mathematical skills.
Skilled using various accounting software and experience in troubleshooting common accounting program problems.
Experience in Architectural/Engineering industry a plus.
Experience with Deltek Ajera a plus.

Personal Qualities, Other Skills/Abilities

Highly organized working style.
Confident in learning new software programs.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Motivated self-starter and fast learner.

AuditFriendly salary estimate

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