Accounting Manager

Position Summary We are seeking an experienced construction accounting professional to join our team in Bryant, AR. This individual will be responsible for managing the full-cycle accounting functions specific to commercial general contracting operations, including job costing, subcontractor billing oversight, AIA billing, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of construction financials and is comfortable working in a fast-paced project-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Manage full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable for construction projects (including experience in preparing month end financials per GAAP standards Review and Approve AIA G702/G703 payment applications and owner billings. Assist CEO with preparing month end financials. Review and process subcontractor invoices, including SOV reconciliation, lien waivers, and retainage tracking Maintain accurate job cost accounting across multiple concurrent projects Prepare monthly WIP (Work-in-Progress) schedules and over/under billing reports Aid in reconciling project budgets vs. actuals and flag variances to project management. Prepare WIP report Assist with month-end and year-end close processes Support bonding, insurance, and banking relationships with financial documentation Coordinate with project managers and field supervisors on budget tracking and cost codes Ensure compliance with lien waiver requirements and state/federal regulations Maintain and organize project files, contracts, and financial records Minimum Qualifications 5-7+ years of accounting experience, with a minimum of 3 years in construction accounting Demonstrated knowledge of job costing, WIP reporting, and percentage-of-completion accounting Proficiency with construction accounting software (e.g., Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint, Foundation, or similar) Experience with project management platforms such as Procore is a strong plus Working knowledge of AIA billing documents (G702/G703) and subcontractor pay applications Strong understanding of lien waivers, retainage, and subcontractor compliance requirements Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with pivot tables and financial modeling preferred Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred (or equivalent work experience) Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment Strong communication skills to work cross-functionally with PMs, estimators, and executive leadership Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with bonding requirements and bonding company reporting CPA, CMA, or comparable certification (not required but valued) Background in commercial GC projects ($5M+ in contract value) #J-18808-Ljbffr