Construction Divisional Operations Accounting Manager

Overview Benefits: 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Construction Divisional Operations Accounting Manager Luxury Residential Construction | Multi-Site Operations Buildlabs Custom Homes LLC is seeking an experienced and highly hands-on Construction Divisional Operations Accounting Manager to oversee and actively perform all accounting office transactions for a luxury residential construction company with multiple active project sites. This is a working manager role. In addition to supervising accounting operations and staff, this individual will be responsible for executing day-to-day accounting functions, auditing existing financial processes, and making recommendations to ensure the most accurate, efficient, and scalable accounting practices across the organization. Responsibilities Hands-On Accounting & Financial Execution — Perform and oversee daily accounting transactions across multiple construction projects, divisions and Buildlabs locations Manage general ledger activity, job cost accounting, cost coding, and project-level financial tracking Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes Maintain strong internal controls through direct involvement in accounting operations Construction & Job Cost Accounting — Perform and oversee job cost accounting, including budget tracking, cost-to-complete analysis, variance analysis, and forecasting Review project costs, change orders, purchase orders, subcontractor billing, retainage, and draw schedules Prepare and manage WIP (Work in Progress) schedules and revenue recognition Partner with project managers to ensure accurate cost allocation and financial transparency Auditing, Controls & Process Improvement — Audit existing accounting workflows, job cost processes, and financial controls Identify gaps, redundancies, and risk areas impacting accuracy and efficiency Recommend and implement improved accounting procedures and controls Ensure consistency and data integrity across all accounting systems Leadership & Supervision — Supervise, mentor, and support accounting staff while remaining actively involved in daily work Establish workflows, deadlines, and accountability standards Lead by example in both transactional and review-based accounting responsibilities Reporting & Executive Support — Prepare and present financial reports for Buildlabs executive leadership Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives Serve as a financial resource for operational decision-making Coordinate with external auditors, tax professionals, and financial institutions, vendors and clients Qualifications Education & Credentials — Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (required); CPA license or MBA degree (required); Continuing professional education (CPE) in accounting, finance, or construction-related disciplines preferred Construction Accounting Experience — Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience within a construction company; demonstrated expertise in construction-specific accounting, including: Job cost accounting and cost code structures; Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting and revenue recognition; Budget-to-actual tracking and cost-to-complete analysis; Change order accounting and financial impact analysis; Retainage, lien waivers, and subcontractor billing; Experience supporting multiple concurrent projects across different job sites Hands-On Accounting & Execution — Proven experience in a working manager or controller role where the individual personally performed accounting tasks in addition to oversight; Ability and willingness to: Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and adjusting entries; Manage general ledger accuracy and integrity; Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes; Review and process AP/AR, payroll coordination, and job cost entries; Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues independently Auditing, Controls & Process Improvement — Demonstrated experience auditing internal accounting processes and workflows; Ability to evaluate financial controls for accuracy, efficiency, and risk exposure; Proven track record of: Identifying process gaps, redundancies, and inefficiencies; Recommending improved procedures and control frameworks; Implementing scalable, repeatable accounting processes in growing organizations; Experience preparing for or supporting internal and external audits Leadership & Management — Prior experience supervising, mentoring, or managing accounting staff; Ability to set clear expectations, workflows, and deadlines while remaining actively involved in execution; Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across accounting, operations, and project teams; Comfortable holding team members accountable while maintaining a professional, respectful work environment Systems & Technical Skills — Advanced proficiency with construction accounting and ERP systems; Strong Excel skills, including complex formulas, reconciliations, and financial analysis; Ability to evaluate accounting systems and recommend improvements or optimizations; Experience maintaining data accuracy across multiple platforms and reporting outputs Business & Communication Skills — Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders; Ability to translate financial data into actionable operational insights; Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive financial information; Highly organized, deadline-driven, and able to manage competing priorities Work Environment & Commitment — Ability to work in person, full-time, five days per week at one of our Buildlabs office locations; Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, detail-oriented construction environment; Committed to year-round employment with long-term organizational impact Job Details Job Type: Full-time Schedule: In-person, 5 days per week required Position Type: Year-round, full-time role Compensation: From $125,000 per year Annual salary will be determined based on education and experience Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Paid time off Performance-based bonus opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr Buildlabs Custom Homes, LLC