Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager

Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager Candidate must be authorized to work in USA without requiring sponsorship Hybrid schedule available after completion of the initial onsite training/probation period (estimated 1–3 months), with up to 2 remote days per week. Construction | Full-Time | Reports to Controller. Clear growth path to Assistant Controller or Controller role. Responsibilities Seeking an Accounting Manager with strong technical expertise, professionalism, and integrity. Oversee Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and payroll operations for 140+ employees. Serve as the primary backup for AR, AP, and payroll functions. Lead with humility, accountability, and proactive communication. Build and maintain strong relationships with teammates, vendors, and clients. Ensure accurate, timely, and detail‑oriented financial operations. Manage progress billings, AIA/Schedule of Values (SOVs), and change orders. Track retention and ensure timely collections. Oversee Preliminary Notices and Lien Waivers. Maintain positive client relationships throughout the billing cycle. Manage high-volume vendor invoices with accuracy and efficiency. Reconcile GL accounts and oversee weekly check runs. Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships. Process payroll for 140+ employees across multiple pay types. Ensure compliance with Prevailing Wage and Certified Payroll requirements. Manage pay scales, raises, reimbursements, loans, and bonuses. Prepare and review WIP reports and job cost reports. Support month‑end close activities and GL reconciliations. Generate financial reports and KPIs for leadership. Identify process improvements and strengthen internal controls. Cross‑train and support team members to ensure operational continuity. Qualifications Experience in construction accounting (required). Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP, AIA billings, and Certified/Prevailing Wage payroll. Familiarity with construction accounting software (Sage, Viewpoint, Procore, or similar) and Excel. Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities. Demonstrated integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent hands‑on experience. Nice to Haves Leadership approach grounded in humility and accountability. Strong problem‑solving mindset and ability to work independently. Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams. Clear and proactive communication skills. Positive, professional attitude and team‑oriented mindset. Amerit Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants, with criminal histories, are considered in a manner that is consistent with local, state and federal laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr