Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager is a hands-on leader with strong accounting expertise and a commitment to accuracy, accountability, and timeliness. You take ownership of the integrity of financial information and play a key role in ensuring the month-end close process is completed efficiently and accurately.

You are detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. You proactively monitor financial activity, identify potential risks, and implement solutions that support sound financial practices.

You lead and support your team by setting clear expectations, providing guidance, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. You build strong relationships across departments and partner effectively with Operations and Leadership to support the financial success of the organization.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Accounting Department, including oversight of team performance and deliverables.
• Support Leadership in achieving goals aligned with the company's Strategic Plan.
• Own and lead the month-end close process, including trial balance reconciliations, journal entries, and financial review.
• Reconcile bank statements and ensure accuracy of all financial transactions.
• Record and reconcile EFT transactions within Vista.
• Process monthly sales tax filings and ensure compliance with all tax requirements.
• Manage the first-of-the-month check run and oversee cash disbursement processes.
• File required monthly reports, including Builder's Risk and 1GPA reporting.
• Monitor and maintain all business and tax licenses, ensuring timely renewals.
• Oversee and ensure compliance of fleet-related administrative items, including insurance, registration, and renewals.
• Partner with CFO on financial initiatives
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure alignment between financial data and operational performance.
• Ensure all accounting deadlines are met across the team with accuracy and consistency.
• Lead, support, and develop team members, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to maintain and enhance technical knowledge.
• Perform other related duties that support the mission and long-term success of the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred. Education and experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5+ years of accounting experience required; construction industry experience preferred.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of job cost accounting and construction financials
• Experience with ERP systems such as Vista Viewpoint preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer, attending meetings, or traveling.
• Ability to stand, walk, and navigate active construction sites, sometimes over uneven terrain or in varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Ability to drive or travel by air for client meetings, project visits, conferences, and industry events.