Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager

Bellevue, WA | Portland, OR

Meriton is a national team of experts driving HVAC innovation through a network of high-performing companies. From strategy and support to systems and solutions, we work behind the scenes to strengthen operations and build value—for our partners and our people.

If you're looking to make an impact, we're glad you're here. At Meriton, you'll join a team that believes in big ideas, doing great work, and building careers that matter—every step of the way.

The Accounting Manager plays a critical role in supporting the BU Controller and leadership team by delivering accurate, timely and decision-useful financial information. This role is a hands-on accounting leader who partners with operations, balancing individual tasks with oversight of shared services and local accounting.

This role is ideal for a technically strong accounting professional with project-based industry experience who thrives in a fast-paced high-growth environment and demonstrates strong commercial and operational acumen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver month-end close package and reporting in a timely manner. Support BBU Controller to complete all necessary journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Support BU Controller to oversee all aspects of accounting processes and transactions in coordination with shared services, including AP, AR, and general accounting, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and escalated appropriately.
• Provide additional support to BU Controller and project and operations teams, including oversight of job costing, pricing analysis, customer terms, and revenue recognition.
• Direct accounts receivable, cash flow management, and cash forecasting activities, including review of aging, collections strategy, and working capital performance.
• Ensure adherence to Meriton accounting policies, US GAAP, and internal control standards; maintain strong documentation and approval frameworks.
• Serve as primary local accounting lead for external audits including preparing schedules, reconciliations and other requests from auditors and Meriton accounting.

The Required Profile

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (or equivalent professional experience)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; construction, HVAC, or project-based services experience preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of US GAAP; familiarity with ASC 606 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers) is highly desirable.
• ERP experience required; Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) preferred
• Fluent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Experience with inventory management
• Strong business acumen with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Operations and commercial literacy
• Ability to deliver accurate and detailed reports in a timely manner.
• CPA desired but not required.

Meriton is an Equal Opportunity Employer Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location.