Accounting Manager

Location:
Charlottesville, VA Are you an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment? Do you have the leadership skills and financial expertise to oversee accounting operations for a group of commercial construction companies? We're looking for an Accounting Manager to join Lee Construction Group and play a key role in supporting the financial success of our family of companies.

Are you an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a collaborative environment? Do you have the leadership skills and financial expertise to oversee accounting operations for a group of commercial construction companies? We're looking for an Accounting Manager to join Lee Construction Group and play a key role in supporting the financial success of our family of companies.

Our team members are Pioneering. Honorable. Professional. You will experience a forward-looking, Safety for Life culture that recognizes the whole person and supports your success.

Salary Range: $80,000–$90,000 per year, depending on experience, qualifications, skills, and other job‑related factors.

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Cash Flow, and Contract and Subcontract Administration
• Support the Head of Accounting with monthly close processes for the parent company and its subsidiaries
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly financial statements, including job schedules, AP and AR schedules, and labor reports
• Maintain the general ledger, including recurring and one‑time journal entries, inter‑company entries, and accruals
• Assist with management reports, quarterly consolidation, and regulatory reporting
• Manage cash forecasting and support effective cash management
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analysis for operations management
• Support year-end financial review activities and collaborate with LCG's external accounting firm
• Ensure accounting and financial processes are consistently followed across all companies to maintain accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls
• Collaborate with leadership to develop accountability systems and controls that help prevent errors and ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations
• Communicate regularly with the CEO/Principal and Leadership Group to establish priorities and support the strategic financial goals of the companies
• Promote and support our Safety for Life culture by maintaining a strong focus on the safety and well‑being of employees and trade partners
• Provide backup support for Accounts Payable, including subcontractor/vendor invoice entry, payment timing forecasts, and vendor inquiry follow‑up

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA license in Virginia is a plus
• 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience; experience in commercial construction is preferred
• Exceptional knowledge of accounting and financial principles, regulations, and best practices
• Strong understanding of GAAP
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to communicate plans, motivate others, instill company values, and achieve objectives as a team
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to plan and prioritize effectively
• Strong and consistent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to balance flexibility with reliability and consistency while maintaining the highest level of integrity
• Ability to follow established procedures, ask questions when needed, and effectively set priorities
• Ability to work collaboratively with employees at all levels of the organization
• A strong learning orientation…