Supervisor Project Accounting

POSITION TITLE: Project Accounting Supervisor (M1)For more than three decades, Crown Castle has led the way in shared communications infrastructure, delivering profitable solutions by connecting communities, businesses, and people, and enabling each to thrive with reliable access to voice and data in more places, faster than ever before. When you join Crown Castle, you become part of a dynamic team of passionate and collaborative professionals engaging in complex challenges and contributing to projects that shape the future of life and work. ABOUT THE ROLEThe Project Accounting Supervisor provides leadership and oversight for tower services project accounting operations, including monthly close activities, financial reporting, project controls, team development, and cross-functional alignment. This role ensures project-related financial information is accurate, timely, compliant, and actionable, enabling leadership to make informed decisions and supporting the organization’s broader financial integrity and operational performance.WHAT YOU WILL DOOversee day-to-day Project Accounting functions, including reporting and analysis, while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.Lead the team by recruiting, training, coaching, and developing direct reports.Ensure accuracy and timeliness in the monthly close process and Project Accounting review, including timely completion of financial statements and account reconciliations.Apply accounting policies in accordance with Company policy and S. GAAP, with particular focus on revenue recognition and capitalization.Develop strong business knowledge and collaborate with various levels of the organization to ensure Project Accounting processes and procedures are understood and followed. Identify and address anomalies, inconsistencies, and areas of ambiguity.Support training and timely communication with business areas regarding Project Accounting policies and procedures.Support the maintenance of Project Accounting and operating policies and procedures and recommend improvements through strategic insight.Coordinate and prepare for financial audits by providing information to internal and external audit teams and managing related timetables and deadlines.Monitor and maintain the Company’s finance and accounting control policies and procedures in accordance with SOX requirements.Provide excellent customer service to business areas through partnership, collaboration, timely follow-up, and resolution of matters.Plan, recommend, and implement changes to the project accounting system in partnership with IT and other impacted business partners.Manage special projects and other assignments as needed.WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEEDEducation/CertificationsBachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related disciplineCertified Public Accountant and/or MBA preferredExperience/Minimum RequirementsThree (3) to five (5) or more years of experience in project accounting or another general ledger functionThorough knowledge of relevant accounting principles (U.S. GAAP)Prior experience with telecommunications, construction or real estate industries a plusStrong demonstration of leadership ability or prior supervisor experienceOther Skills/AbilitiesStrong knowledge of accounting principles related to Project Accounting functions, including revenue recognition and capitalization.Thorough knowledge of accounting ERP systems; J.D. Edwards experience preferred.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.Effective communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve workflow issues.Demonstrated ability to prioritize, organize, and work effectively in a deadline-driven, dynamic environment.Strong reporting, data retrieval, and data organization skills.Organizational RelationshipReports to: Manager Cash App and BillingTitle(s) of direct reports (if applicable): Project Accountant I; Project Accountant IIYOUR COMPANY BENEFITSAt Crown Castle, we do our best to ensure you have access to the resources you need to live a healthy and happy life no matter where you are in life. Our benefits are built around your individual needs, covering physical, mental, and financial health and designed to enhance your quality of life.We are proud to offer a full suite of health and wealth benefits for you and your loved ones. Below are a few of the key highlights of the many benefits we provide.Comprehensive healthcare plans with highly company subsidized premiums and up to $2,000 annual company contribution to your Health Savings Account (HSA base plan for employee and dependents).Market-leading 401(k) plan, which includes up to 10% company contributions through our 5% match and 5% profit sharing program (based on employee contributions).New-child leave up to 8 weeks of 100% paid leave upon birth or legal adoption of a new child. Birth mothers are eligible for up to 8 weeks of additional 100% paid medical leave.Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year of eligible tuition and fees.Crown Castle scholarship program awarding up to $10,000 per recipient each year for eligible dependent children of employees and interns.Matching charitable contributions to qualified charitable organizations of up to $1,000 per year per teammate.Generous paid time-off for eligible full-time employees (minimum 18 days per year based on years of service).10 company holidays plus 2 floating holiday.All offices provide free beverages and snacks.CompensationThe salary range offered for this position is $87100 - $119800 annually. A candidate's offer is determined by various factors including but not limited to, depth of experience, role-related knowledge and skills, relevant education or training, internal alignment, and work location. Depending on the position offered, the compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of a discretionary annual cash bonus or commissions, and equity incentives.Additional InformationIf you are interested in joining our team, please visit the Crown Castle careers site to apply. We do not accept resumes from agencies, headhunters, or other third-party suppliers who have not signed a formal agreement with us. This position will remain posted until filled.Job SummaryRequisition Number: SUPER012502Job Category: AccountingSchedule: Full-Time