Accounting Manager

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily accounting operations, potentially including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and general ledger maintenance, as applicable
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules are completed accurately and timely
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial transactions prepared by accounting staff
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the general ledger and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Assist with the preparation and review of financial statements and supporting schedules
• Utilize financial systems including Microsoft Office, Spectrum, Prophix, and Power BI to support reporting and data management
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, and applicable financial regulations
• Coordinate audit preparation activities and serve as a key point of contact for external auditors
• Maintain proper documentation and record retention practices for accounting transactions and financial records
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, internal controls, and data integrity processes
• Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff through coaching, training, and performance feedback
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and service-oriented team environment
• Support employee development and succession planning initiatives within the accounting function
• Assist with onboarding and training of new accounting personnel
• Assist the Financial Controller with annual budgeting, financial forecasting, and variance analysis activities
• Support financial reporting and analysis efforts to provide meaningful business insights
• Collaborate with operational and financial stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely financial information

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting – Required
• 5–10 years of progressive accounting experience – Required
• Public accounting experience – Strongly Preferred
• Experience in the construction industry, preferably water and wastewater or heavy civil construction – Preferred
• CPA license or active CPA candidate status – Preferred
• Experience with job costing and revenue recognition in a construction environment – Preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with accounting systems such as Spectrum or similar ERP/accounting platforms
• Familiarity with Prophix and Power BI preferred
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Ability to lead, mentor, and develop team members effectively
• Ability to work independently while fostering collaboration across departments
• Strong professional judgment and decision-making skills