Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Accounting Manager to oversee all accounting and financial operations for a growing construction organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction accounting, including job costing, percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, billing, and financial reporting. This individual will partner closely with project managers and executive leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting and maximize project profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and month-end close.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain accurate job cost accounting and monitor project profitability.
• Prepare and analyze Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and support revenue recognition using Percentage-of-Completion (POC) accounting.
• Review project budgets, committed costs, change orders, and cost-to-complete estimates.
• Partner with Project Managers to monitor project financial performance and forecast project outcomes.
• Oversee customer billings, including progress billing, AIA billing, retainage tracking, and lien waiver documentation.
• Reconcile construction project accounts and investigate cost variances.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax preparation, and bonding company reporting.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and monitor project-related expenditures.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff while improving accounting processes and internal controls.

• Proven experience in an Accounting Manager or similar accounting leadership role.

• Strong hands-on knowledge of month-end close procedures and general ledger management.

• Experience preparing journal entries and completing detailed account reconciliations.

• Familiarity with financial statement audits and the ability to support audit documentation requests.

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.

• Strong analytical skills with careful attention to accuracy and deadlines.

• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

CPA or CMA preferred.

5+ years of accounting experience with at least 3 years in the construction industry.

Previous experience managing accounting staff.

Strong understanding of:

• Job Cost Accounting
• Work-in-Progress (WIP) Reporting
• Percentage-of-Completion (POC) Revenue Recognition
• AIA Billing
• Retainage Accounting
• Construction Payroll
• Cost Forecasting & Budgeting

Advanced Excel skills.

Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.