Accounting Manager

POSITION SUMMARY The Accounting Manager position provides accounting support for The Porter Co., a subsidiary of publicly traded EMCOR Group Inc. The Accounting Manager is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting activities. Its business requires an in-depth knowledge of construction accounting, preferably at the specialized construction or subcontractor level. The position reports to Controller and interacts regularly with the leadership team of the Company. As a subsidiary of a publicly held, Fortune500 company, exposure to public reporting and internal controls management is integral to the position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Perform financial reporting, accounting, billing, collections, and budgeting duties. Follow internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting. Maintain current knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards. Assist with monthly and quarterly accounting close and preparation of financial statements and reports. Assist with the Accounts Payable process and manage two direct reports in the Accounts Payable department. Assist with financial reporting including preparation, dissemination, and review of project work in progress reports. Collaborate with project teams with respect to project accounting and material issues: billings, collections, change orders, back charges, close‑outs, labor and material costs, and profit/loss analysis. Insurance reporting and maintenance. Review and generate all required lien waivers and tax certificates. Review and prepare Certified Payroll Reports, OCIP/Insurance Reports, Construction Employment Reports, and M/WBE Reports as required. Review and approve internal paperwork relating to new projects, change orders, and cost estimates. Calculate and maintain hourly cost breakdowns and billing labor rates. Support Controller in the finance and accounting activities of the Company, including timely issuance of monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP, maintenance of regular cost reports, periodic budgets and forecasts, accurate processing of accounting transactions, and such other duties and responsibilities as come within the purview of this position. Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to Senior Leadership with recommendation for resolution. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. POSITION REQUIREMENTS/PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE BA/BS in Accounting or Finance preferred. 3+ years Accounting experience required. Experience with Monthly and Quarterly accounting close, Accounts Payables, Certified Payroll Reports preferred. Construction accounting experience preferred. Public Accounting and/or public company experience a plus. Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel formulas and formatting. Proficient with payroll and accounting software. Familiarity with Windows-based operating systems and web-based applications. Ability to create, file and manage electronic documents. LANGUAGE SKILLS Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and listen. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee may expect to work in a typical office environment. We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr