Senior Accountant

DescriptionWho We AreMazzetti is a global engineering design and consulting firm with a rich history of delivering forward-thinking solutions primarily for Healthcare and Science and Technology facilities and infrastructure. As an employee-owned benefit corporation, we are committed to bending the climate curve™. Though our story began with a small team of MEP engineers, 60 years later, we’ve grown to 200+ people in 12 locations across the U.S., India, and Africa. We are proud to partner with clients, addressing a spectrum of needs, mindful of their environmental footprint, resiliency, and economic and functional interests.Our Vision: Creating healthier, enduring environmentsOur Mission: Bending the climate curve™Our Core Values: Earn Trust, Team First, InspireWe proudly hold the JUST Label, an affirmation of our values-driven culture and commitment to environmental and social impact.Job SummaryThe Senior Accountant role at Mazzetti offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a growing, mission-driven engineering firm while continuing to develop technically and professionally. As a Benefit Corporation and international leader in engineering and consulting, Mazzetti empowers employees to bring both rigor and individuality to their work in a collaborative, high-performance environment.This position plays a critical role in supporting the Controller and Finance team across month-end close, reconciliations, compliance activities, budgeting, and audits. The Senior Accountant will handle complex accounting responsibilities while also providing coverage and support across payroll and accounts payable functions to ensure continuity and cross-functional knowledge.Work Location: We are hiring in the Nashville, Tennessee area so this role can support occasional, task-specific needs at Mazzetti’s Franklin office. This is otherwise a fully remote role, with no regular or required in-office attendance outside of those specific situations.Your Tasks Will InvolveCore Accounting & Financial CloseAssist the Controller with multi-company month-end and year-end close processes.Prepare and review complex journal entries across multiple entities.Perform and review balance sheet and income statement account reconciliations.Analyze expenses and account activity to identify coding errors, variances, and anomalies.Support and improve month-end close documentation, controls, and timelines.Compliance, Taxes & Regulatory FilingsPrepare or assist with property tax filings for all company locations.Support state-specific tax filings and compliance requirements.Manage workers’ compensation filings and support audit processes.Assist with maintaining company good standing across jurisdictions.Budgeting & Financial PlanningSupport annual budgeting processes, including:Reviewing and analyzing large groups of general ledger accounts (100+).Partnering with the Finance team to divide and manage budget components.Identifying trends, risks, and assumptions for upcoming fiscal years.Assist with tracking and reconciling budget-to-actual results.Audits & Special ProjectsSupport ESOP and 401(k) audits, including documentation and auditor coordination.Assist with internal and external audit requests as needed.Participate in special accounting and finance projects, including process improvements.Cross-Training & Backup SupportCrosstrain in payroll and accounts payable processing.Serve as backup support for payroll and AP functions as needed.Perform other accounting and finance duties as assigned.Travel Requirements: NoneRequirementsEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field, with strong accounting knowledge.3–5 years of progressive accounting experience.Prior experience supporting month-end close and reconciliations.Experience in an AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) environment strongly preferred.Technical SkillsExperience with Deltek (Vision/Vantagepoint) required. Paylocity experience required. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.Ability to manage and analyze complex reconciliations and large data sets.CPA license is beneficial but not required.You Will Thrive In This Role If YouPut Team First by collaborating closely with the Finance team, cross-training across functions, and supporting shared goals during critical deadlinesEarn Trust through accurate, timely, and well-documented accounting work, strong attention to detail, and ownership of complex reconciliations and compliance activitiesInspire continuous improvement by identifying process efficiencies, strengthening controls, and contributing thoughtful insights during close, budgeting, and audit cyclesCommunicate clearly and proactively in a remote environment, ensuring transparency and follow-throughTake pride in delivering high-quality work that supports Mazzetti’s people, projects, and long-term sustainability goalsWhat We OfferAt Mazzetti, we believe in supporting our employees with competitive compensation and a dynamic benefits package.Compensation: The typical salary range for a Senior Accountant is $85,000 - $115,000. We are committed to equitable pay and will evaluate final compensation based on relevant experience and skills in alignment with internal equity and market data.Comprehensive BenefitsMedical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSA), company paid short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and life insurance.Participation in our company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).Performance based bonuses.401(k) with employer matching.Work-Life BalanceGenerous PTO and 9 paid holidays.Flexible work options: fully remote, hybrid, or in-office options, with flexible hours (depending on the role)Wellness program with live and on-demand fitness classes, mental health resources, wellness challenges, and incentives for healthy habitsFamily Support: Paid parental leave and EAP Services.Professional DevelopmentFunding for memberships, licenses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement.Mentorship opportunities to help you grow in your career.Home Office SupportReimbursement for cellphone and internet costs for qualifying employees.Home office package and additional reimbursement opportunities for work-related expenses.Community EngagementPaid volunteer time-off annually.Employee engagement programs and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).Gain hands-on experience furthering Mazzetti’s mission of making environments better through the Sextant Foundation. Learn more here.Mazzetti is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and value individuals from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to and promote an inclusive environment where everyone is respected and empowered to contribute. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. Join us in shaping a brighter future through engineering and innovation.