Director of Finance & Accounting Operations - Construction
Job in
Glendale, Los Angeles County, California, 91222, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
Listing for:
Elevate Recruiting
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Financial Manager, Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance, Corporate Finance -
Management
Financial Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Director of Finance & Accounting Operations - Construction
This role will serve as the financial backbone of our construction operations—overseeing job costing, revenue recognition, and project profitability while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong financial controls.
Base pay range$/yr - $/yr
Key Responsibilities- Lead and oversee all aspects of construction accounting, including project costing, budget management, and revenue recognition.
- Drive the monthly close process for construction projects, including WIP reporting, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Partner closely with operations and project management to deliver accurate job costing, forecasting, and cost‑to‑complete tracking.
- Analyze the financial impact of construction projects on corporate cash flow and long‑term planning, highlighting risks and opportunities.
- Review construction contracts, change orders, job cost reports, and schedules to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
- Draft technical accounting memos related to complex construction and revenue recognition matters.
- Establish and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures tailored to construction finance.
- Collaborate with FP&A to support strategic capital planning and liquidity management.
- Mentor, develop, and lead a high‑performing construction accounting team.
- Manage relationships with external auditors, lenders, and tax advisors, ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred).
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role within construction accounting.
- Expertise in GAAP, percentage‑of‑completion accounting, and construction‑specific financial reporting.
- Hands‑on experience with ERP/accounting systems.
- Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to influence cross‑functional teams.
- Proven success thriving in fast‑paced, project‑driven environments with competing priorities.
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