Accounting Manager

Job Title:

Accounting Manager Department:
Finance & Accounting

Reports To:

Director of Finance

Location:

Hybrid Position Summary The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements, and effective cost control across multiple construction projects. This role manages the accounting team, supports project teams with financial insights, and plays a key role in budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close.

Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Oversee general ledger, month-end and year-end close processes

Prepare and review monthly financial statements and variance analysis

Own WIP and job costing, including reviewing project margins and financial performance

Construction revenue recognition

Consolidate monthly financials for multi entity structure

Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and support schedules

Host monthly operational finance meetings with stakeholders

Assist with annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections

Compliance & Controls Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulations

Support internal and external audits; coordinate with auditors and tax advisors

Maintain and improve internal controls and accounting procedures

Accounts Payable Oversight Supervise AP functions, including approval workflow and credit card processing

Leadership & Process Improvement Lead corporate accounting and accounts payable team Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff

Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and automation

Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Project Management, and Executive Leadership Support ERP/accounting system implementation or optimization

Qualifications

Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role Construction or utility construction industry experience strongly preferred; including WIP accounting, job costing, and construction financial reporting

Technical Skills Strong knowledge of construction accounting, job costing, and WIPAdvanced proficiency in Excel Solid understanding of GAAP and financial controls

Soft Skills Strong leadership and communication skills

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment

Collaborative, proactive problem solver