Accounting Manager

ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Pittsburgh, PA (Southern Suburbs)
$110,000-$130,000


Our client is seeking a Accounting Manager to support the financial performance of a growing construction organization. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing job costing, project financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and Work-in-Progress (WIP) analysis while partnering closely with operations and project management teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong construction accounting experience, exceptional analytical skills, and a collaborative leadership style.


OVERVIEW OF THE ACCOUNTING MANAGER ROLE:

• Oversee project budgets, commitments, forecasts, and actual costs across multiple construction projects.
• Monitor job cost performance and partner with Project Managers and field leadership to investigate and resolve variances.
• Support the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and cost adjustments.
• Prepare and maintain Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and project profitability reporting.
• Ensure accurate job costing in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Assist with monthly financial forecasts and project performance reporting.
• Participate in the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial planning.
• Prepare financial reports for leadership, highlighting project performance, trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Analyze project financial data to support strategic business decisions.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls related to project accounting.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits by providing financial documentation and analysis.
• Assist with tax reporting requirements and ensure proper documentation for change orders, subcontract agreements, and project-related financial records.
• Lead and mentor job cost and accounting team members.
• Partner closely with Operations, Project Management, and Finance to improve project financial performance.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve reporting efficiency.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across accounting and project controls.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with construction accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, job costing, project accounting, and Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting.
• Experience with project forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• Experience with Viewpoint Vista or a similar construction ERP system is preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial data analysis.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across finance and operations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.