Accounting Manager

Company Description WG Construction Co., Inc., founded in 1986, is a heavy civil construction contractor known for quality, innovation, and reliability across complex concrete, mechanical, and building projects. The company delivers commercial, residential, public, municipal, federal, and institutional work, with a strong focus on detailed project execution from estimating through closeout to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. WG Construction maintains a deep understanding of local conditions and collaborates closely with a broad network of general contractors, developers, owners, and government agencies. The firm specializes in concrete structures, mechanical systems for water and wastewater facilities, building construction, storm water facility maintenance and inspection, and design and consulting in water/wastewater and structural engineering. While most projects are in Northern Virginia, the company also operates across multiple regions and is licensed in West Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland.

Role Description The Accounting Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Manassas, VA, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations for WG Construction Co., Inc. This role includes AP data entry and invoice routing/coding. This role manages general ledger activities, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accurate and timely financial statement preparation. The Accounting Manager monitors fixed asset records, assists with budgeting and forecasting, and supports project accounting and cost tracking for multiple construction projects. This position collaborates with leadership and project teams to provide financial analysis, maintain compliance with accounting standards, and support internal controls and audit readiness. The Accounting Manager also collaborates with all administrative and operational staff, helps improve processes and systems, and contributes to continuous improvement of financial management practices.

Qualifications

• Strong accounting and reporting skills, including experience with Financial Statements and Journal Entries (Accounting).
• Finance and Analytical Skills to support budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and decision-making.
• Experience managing Fixed Assets, including tracking, capitalization, depreciation, and disposals.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Excel; familiarity with construction or project-based accounting systems is beneficial.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., CPA) is a plus.
• Prior experience in an accounting management or senior accounting role, ideally within construction or engineering services.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams and leadership on-site.
• Acknowledgement that this role includes physical invoice data entry, coding/routing, and approval.

Salary Range: $60,000 to $115,000 annual +Bonus, 401k w/match, and Health and Dental Insurance