Accounting Manager
Job in
Santa Ana, Orange County, California, 92725, USA
Listed on 2026-07-25
Listing for:
The Planet Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-25
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance, Accounting Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Accounting Manager
Direct Hire
Onsite - Santa Ana
85-92k
Must haves:- 5-10 years of total experience
- AP/AR
- Month end close
- Construction
- Job Costing/WIP Reporting
- CPA
- Leadership
- Bachelor's in Accounting
- WIP Reporting
- Own the full cycle accounting function: AP, AR, payroll, job costing, and general ledger
- Prepare and deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Develop and maintain cash flow forecasting and working capital management
- Lead budget development and variance analysis across all projects and departments
- Hold managers accountable to budget and financial KPIs
- Conduct regular job cost reviews with project teams and elevate variances proactively
- Establish and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls across the company
- Partner with operations to drive profitability and efficiency on every project
- Be a driver in leadership meetings, not just a reporter, but a challenger and a problem-solver
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, bonding requirements, and construction-specific accounting standards.
- Manage annual audit/review process with external CPAs
- Oversee lien waivers, contract compliance, and subcontractor financial documentation
- Maintain proper insurance, licensing, and surety bond documentation
- Lead and develop the accounting team
- Optimize and manage accounting systems (I.e. Quick Books)
- Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting infrastructure
Required Qualifications
- 5–10+ years of accounting/finance experience, with at least 3 years in construction industry
- Deep knowledge of job costing, WIP reporting, and AIA billing
- Demonstrated ability to hold others accountable and influence without authority
- Strong communicator who can translate financials for non-finance audiences
- Proven track record of driving process improvement and organizational change
- Proficiency in construction accounting software
- CPA or CMA certification preferred
- Experience with GC or subcontractor operations
- Familiarity with certified payroll / prevailing wage compliance
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
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