Accounting Manager

ACCOUNTING MANAGER Pittsburgh, PA (Southern Suburbs) $110,000-$130,000 Our client is seeking a Accounting Manager to support the financial performance of a growing construction organization. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing job costing, project financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and Work-in-Progress (WIP) analysis while partnering closely with operations and project management teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong construction accounting experience, exceptional analytical skills, and a collaborative leadership style. OVERVIEW OF THE ACCOUNTING MANAGER ROLE: * Oversee project budgets, commitments, forecasts, and actual costs across multiple construction projects. * Monitor job cost performance and partner with Project Managers and field leadership to investigate and resolve variances. * Support the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and cost adjustments. * Prepare and maintain Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and project profitability reporting. * Ensure accurate job costing in accordance with GAAP and company policies. * Assist with monthly financial forecasts and project performance reporting. * Participate in the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial planning. * Prepare financial reports for leadership, highlighting project performance, trends, risks, and opportunities. * Analyze project financial data to support strategic business decisions. * Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls related to project accounting. * Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements. * Support internal and external audits by providing financial documentation and analysis. * Assist with tax reporting requirements and ensure proper documentation for change orders, subcontract agreements, and project-related financial records. * Lead and mentor job cost and accounting team members. * Partner closely with Operations, Project Management, and Finance to improve project financial performance. * Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve reporting efficiency. * Support continuous improvement initiatives across accounting and project controls. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ACCOUNTING MANAGER ROLE: * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. * 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with construction accounting experience strongly preferred. * Strong understanding of GAAP, job costing, project accounting, and Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting. * Experience with project forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis. * Experience with Viewpoint Vista or a similar construction ERP system is preferred. * Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial data analysis. * Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. * Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across finance and operations. * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. * High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.