Manager, Project Accounting

The Manager of Project Accounting will lead a team of Associates and Senior Associates responsible for business unit financials. This individual will report to the Director of Project Accounting and is responsible for reporting revenue and profit, forecasting, cash flow and risk, as well as the overall health of the project accounting teams. Responsibilities Accurate reporting of financial results in accordance with GAAP and controls including revenue, profit and cash flow Prepare, distribute and maintain project‑related financial reports Compile, analyze, and report data at the business unit level Continually assess and improve systems and manual processes related to project accounting Recommend changes and additions to policies / processes as needed Communicate, model and enforce project accounting and company policies and procedures Serve as lead POC for internal audit; compile information for internal and external auditors, as required Communicate any potential risk to the Director and above Manage a forward‑thinking view of departmental workload, capable of driving optimum staff utilization and make staffing recommendations accordingly Train and support accounting associate & senior associate staff Other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business with strong accounting experience is preferred. Five (5) to eight (8) years of accounting experience Experience with JD Edwards or other comparable ERP solution including analytical tools (BI) Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Knowledge of internal controls (and their purpose) Demonstrated ability to manage projects from concept to implementation Good verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present and speak in public Ability to lead and mentor team members Ability to influence change, efficiency and morale among team members Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with others Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 30 pounds #J-18808-Ljbffr Andrews & Cole, LLC