Accounting Manager; Construction ; FTE

Construction Accounting Leadership Opportunity in WALNUT CREEK, CA

Join a growing electrical and low-voltage contractor specializing in building automation systems, structured cabling, and integrated technology solutions. We're seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead the general ledger team, oversee full-cycle accounting operations, and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on accounting leader with strong construction accounting experience who enjoys improving processes, developing teams, and partnering with leadership to drive business success.

• Lead the general ledger team and oversee full‑cycle accounting operations
• Manage month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analyses
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and consolidations
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and perform variance analysis
• Support external audits and coordinate requested documentation
• Analyze financial data and resolve complex accounting issues
• Collaborate with finance leadership on strategic initiatives and reporting needs
• Drive process improvements and workflow efficiencies
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff
• Support hiring, training, and performance management activities
• Assist with special projects, system enhancements, and operational improvements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 10+ years of accounting experience
• 5+ years of Accounting Manager experience within a construction environment
• Strong knowledge of general ledger and full‑cycle accounting
• Experience with month‑end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Construction accounting expertise, including project accounting and job costing
• Experience with AP, AR, and cash management processes
• Strong analytical, leadership, and problem‑solving skills
• Experience supporting external audits
• Excellent communication and team management abilities

• Experience with Viewpoint Vista ERP
• Background in electrical contracting, construction, or related industries
• Experience leading process improvement initiatives
• Building automation, building management systems, or structured cabling industry experience

• Established/Stable and growing organization
• Leadership role with direct business impact
• Collaborative and team‑focused culture
• Opportunity to improve processes and drive efficiencies
• Diverse responsibilities across accounting, reporting, and operations

This is a Permanent position based out of Walnut Creek, CA.

The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

This is a fully onsite position in Walnut Creek,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarter for other accommodation options.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.