Accounting Manager

We are seeking an experienced Construction Accounting Manager to oversee accounting operations in a multi-project construction environment. The ideal candidate will have strong job cost accounting and WIP reporting experience, along with the ability to partner closely with project teams and senior leadership.

Responsibilities
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger
• Manage job cost accounting and project-based financial reporting
• Prepare and analyze WIP reports and project financial statements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and maintain strong internal controls
• Prepare and review financial statements and accounting reports
• Monitor project financial performance, costs, and profitability
• Partner with project managers and leadership to provide financial insights
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in construction accounting
• Strong job cost accounting, WIP reporting, and project-based financial analysis experience
• Experience managing AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger in a multi-project environment
• Proficiency with construction-focused accounting software and ERP systems
• Strong Excel skills
• Solid knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement preparation
• Experience leading and mentoring accounting staff
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• CPA or CMA certification is a plus
• Prior construction industry experience required

Ascendo is a certified minority-owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity.

Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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Sonya Lindfors