Expense Accounting Specialist

Description

Sargent & Lundy is a global leader in power and energy consulting, where innovation meets integrity, diversity, and a commitment to quality. Our distinctive capabilities provide domestic and international clients and partners with a thoroughly reliable source of comprehensive expertise. Sargent & Lundy offers challenge, flexibility, competitive salaries, and benefits.

We are seeaking an experienced Expense Accounting Specialist!

The position's responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Auditing a high-volume of expense reports on a daily basis
• Performing adjustments and transfers to existing expense reports
• Training company employees on expense management and corporate card systems
• Reviewing and reconciling expense reports and corporate card accounts
• Monitoring workflows from creation to approval of the expense report process
• Processing weekly wires for corporate card payments
• Answering questions and assisting employees on all aspects of expense management and the Corporate Card Program
• Learning in depth system functionality and developing the ability to troubleshoot system issues
• Writing, editing, and updating job aids as necessary
• Performing any other related duties as required or assigned

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with the expectation of 3 days in our downtown Chicago office and 2 days working remotely from home.

Qualifications

The basic qualifications for this position include:

• High School Diploma - an Associate's Degree (or equivalent) preferred
• 2-3 years expense auditing/accounting/data entry experience
• Detail oriented team player able to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• PC proficiency, solid MS Excel & Word skills
• Excellent data entry skills
• Ability to complete heavy workload within established time frames
• Ability to multi-task with strong problem solving skills
• Ability to follow through on initiatives for complete resolution
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Experience with Deltek T&E 10 strongly preferred
• Experience with FAR and CAS compliance is a plus
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.