Manager Project Accounting

Job Description

Job Description

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 3,500+ employees across 30 companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.

Manager of Project Accounting

Reports To: Regional VP Finance
Location: Remote
Travel: Minimal; Quarterly throughout the Southeast
Industry: HVAC | Mechanical | Electrical | Plumbing Contracting (MEP+)

The Manager of Project Accounting is a key member of the finance team who will be responsible for accurate financial records across a portfolio of active construction projects in the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical trades. In this role, you'll work closely with project managers, field supervisors, and business finance team members to produce Work-in-Process (WIP) integrity, percentage-of-completion (POC) accuracy, and financial visibility across active projects — while modernizing processes and building a high-performing function.

• Full ownership of WIP reporting + POC accounting (ASC 606, cost-to-cost)
• Financial health of a live project portfolio (margin, billing, risk visibility)
• Partnership with Project Managers & field teams to ensure accurate forecasting
• Billing lifecycle (AIA - G702/G703, T&M, change orders, AR tracking)
• Audit leadership + surety/bonding support
• Process improvement across systems, workflows, and controls

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7–12+ years project accounting in construction, mechanical, or specialty trades in contracting
• Deep experience with:
  • POC accounting + WIP schedules
  • Job cost / cost coding discipline
  • AIA billing + subcontract management
• Proficiency with construction management software (e.g. Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint Vista, Foundation, Spectrum, or similar); experience with NetSuite ERP is strongly preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel + financial modeling capability
• Able to partner with field-first, non-financial operators (PMs, supers)

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience:

Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business