Accounting Manager

Description

BNP Associates, Inc., a global leader in air transportation consulting and engineering, has an immediate need for an Accounting Manager. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to BNP’s continued growth and innovation while working with top professionals in the field.

Founded in 1971, BNP Associates, Inc. is a full-service consulting and engineering firm specializing in airport and warehousing infrastructure projects worldwide. Over its 55+ years of operation, BNP has completed thousands of projects, ranging from small terminal projects to the world’s largest mechanized material‑handling systems.

We are recognized for our leadership in baggage handling systems, checked baggage security screening, aircraft apron systems, air cargo terminals, and construction administration. Our clients include airlines, airports, government agencies, and transportation infrastructure specialists worldwide. BNP serves as a key design partner for complex projects that drive the future of air transportation and logistics.

BNP employs over 220 professionals globally. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to our growth and innovation and work with some of the leading professionals in the field.

The Project Accountant role offers an opportunity to contribute to our growth and innovation and work with some of the leading professionals in the field.

The Accounting Manager will serve as a key member of BNP’s global finance function, responsible for managing day‑to‑day accounting operations, running the execution of the monthly close process, and overseeing the accounting team across multiple entities and geographies.

This role reports to the Controller and partners closely to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and scalable accounting processes aligned with BNP’s continued growth.

• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Partner with the Controller on consolidations and reporting packages
• Identify and implement improvements to close efficiency and timelines
• Maintain accurate books and records for all domestic and international entities, ensuring financial transactions are properly recorded and supported.

• Oversee general ledger, AR, AP, payroll accounting, and project accounting coordination
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data, including cost tracking and revenue inputs
• Maintain and optimize accounting workflows within Deltek Vantagepoint
• Standardize accounting practices across domestic and international entities

• Execute and maintain internal controls and accounting processes
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company policies
• Support audit preparation and coordinate with auditors as directed by the Controller
• Assist with tax‑related requirements in coordination with external advisors
• Partner with acquired entities and external advisors to ensure revenue, expenses, and balance sheet schedules are maintained in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Support the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of internal controls and accounting processes to enhance audit readiness and reporting accuracy

• Ensure consistent application of WIP, revenue recognition (ASC 606), and project financial reporting
• Serve as an escalation point for project accounting matters
• Partner with project teams to support alignment between financials and project performance
• Maintain percentage‑of‑completion (POC) schedules and support the accurate application of ASC 606 revenue recognition requirements
• Partner with the Controller and CFO to investigate revenue recognition variances, project financial performance, and related accounting matters
• Track and maintain project retainage balances, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and external accounting guidance

• Identify and implement improvements to accounting processes and workflows
• Drive…