Emsick Architects a start-up commercial architectural firm (www.emsick.com ).  We design buildings that inspire you to dream for the best in life, work and play.  Founded May 1, 2012, we are designing projects in four states, featuring the resort/recreation, automotive and retail service industries. The firm is led by Michael Emsick, AIA, Principal Architect and Janyne Peek Emsick, Ph.D., Managing Principal.  We're committed to growing our dynamic, collaborative culture and to providing excellence in the services we provide our clients.  This is a great company for life, work and play.

To learn more about our principals click on these links: 

www.linkedin.com/pub/janyne-peek-emsick-ph-d/5/3a8/9/

www.linkedin.com/pub/michael-emsick-aia/b/360/6b3

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NY73-BFHTGw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z5QHtu-EHYM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGYLst6IEFU

Summary

Emsick Architects is a 6-person, service-oriented design practice working on commercial design projects primarily in Nebraska, Missouri, Kansas and Iowa. We have a relaxed office atmosphere and a strong belief in balancing work and personal life. 

This position will offer compensation commensurate with experience. As a part-time bookkeeping position, this position offers 10 – 15 hours per week.  To view a 30 to 40 hour per week Office Manager-Bookkeeper position description, go to www.smartrecruiters.com/emsickarchitects.

Keys for a successful applicant:

• Must be able to solve problems and make progress with little supervision.
• Eager to creatively take on new challenges and learn new skills.
• Attention to detail and to efficient and stable administrative policies and procedures.
• Able to confidently act as a primary representative for the firm.

Job responsibilities:

Accounting: 
- Work with the Principal to prepare client invoices 
- Create regular General Journal entries and financial reports and review with Principal

- Billing
- Accounts receivable
- Accounts payable
- Payroll & payroll taxes
- Bank reconciliations
- General ledger entries 
- Taxes (monthly, quarterly, yearly)
- Financial reporting 
- Year-end financial reporting for CPA
- Maintain documented accounting policies and procedures
- Manage company IRA program
- Support Office Coordinator as needed.

Operations: 
- Order and organize general office supplies 
- Answer phones and general emails 
- File electronic and paper documents 

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3-5 years experience in an architecture, engineering or construction firm.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with QuickBooks is a must.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook

This position will offer compensation commensurate with experience. As a part-time bookkeeping position, this position offers 10 – 15 hours per week.  To view a 30 to 40 hour per week Office Manager-Bookkeeper position description, go to www.smartrecruiters.com/emsickarchitects.  

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

1. Goal Oriented, Self-directed; committed to professional development
2. Confidence to develop and present ideas
3. Ability to collaborate and work within a team
4. Demonstrate commitment to our organization’s value of integrity
5. Smart, quick, curious thinker and learner
6. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and technology adept
7. Self-directed: Ability to plan, organize and complete work independently and in a timely fashion.
8. Potential to develop tools that increase efficiency and profitability of our company
9. Bachelor's degree preferably in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
10. 3+ years relevant experience as a bookkeeper / accountant
11. Experience working with a AEC firm a plus
12. Thorough understanding of accounting software, e.g. QuickBooks, 
13. Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel, and Internet.
14. Ability to maintain a high standard of service by demonstrating a strong ability to work under the pressure of deadlines and frequent interruptions, remaining professional, responsive and cooperative. 
15. Ability to work with integrity, trust and commitment
16. Self-starter and motivated. 
17. Extremely organized and detail oriented. 
18. While schedule can be flexible, remains consistently punctual and reliable.
19. Exhibit a "Can-do" attitude. 
20. Strong communication skills (verbal & written) at all levels of interaction; both internally and externally.
21. Ability to problem solve. 
22. Attention to detail. 
23. Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
24. Professional appearance and demeanor.

https://www.smartrecruiters.com/EmsickArchitects/

COMPENSATION:

$16-19 per hour. 10 - 15 hours per week. 

IMPORTANT:  ONLY CANDIDATES WHO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING WILL BE CONSIDERED:

1. Select "I'm Interested."  
2. Enter requested information.  
3. In the "Note to Hiring Manager" section communicate 1) why you are interested in the position, 2) why you are qualified for the position. 

Only candidates located in the Greater Omaha area will be considered.