Accounting and Financial Outsourcing Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of accountants to deliver high-quality accounting and advisory services tailored to construction industry clients, ensuring compliance with industry-specific regulations.
• Oversee client engagements, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of services such as financial statement preparation, cash flow management, and collaboration with other service groups within Dean Dorton.
• Monitor team performance to meet the firm's financial goals, including profitability, billable hours, and client satisfaction metrics.
• Develop a training plan for construction industry-specific accounting practices, software, and operational nuances.
• Design and implement industry-specific service offerings, such as construction project budgeting, contract compliance reviews, and risk management consulting, in addition to outsourced accounting services.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, regulations, and technologies in the construction industry to enhance service relevance and value.
• Collaborate with other industry niche leaders to identify cross-industry opportunities and integrate services where applicable.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key construction industry clients, including contractors, subcontractors, and developers.
• Act as the primary point of contact for high-value clients, addressing their unique financial and operational challenges.
• Proactively identify client needs and propose solutions to enhance their business performance and profitability.
• Develop and execute a multi-market strategy to grow the construction industry niche, including identifying and pursuing new client opportunities within the industry.
• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and associations (e.g., Associated General Contractors, Construction Financial Management Association) to build brand visibility and network with potential clients.
• Collaborate with the Dean Dorton Construction industry team and the marketing team to create targeted campaigns and thought leadership content to attract new construction clients.
• Develop and deliver training programs to equip team members with construction-specific accounting and advisory skills.
• Share industry insights and best practices with the broader firm to enhance overall service capabilities.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the construction industry niche team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in accounting, with at least 5 years focused on the construction industry.
• Deep knowledge of construction industry operations, including job costing, change orders, retainage, and prevailing wage requirements.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to manage and motivate a team to achieve performance and financial goals.
• Strong client relationship management skills, with a track record of maintaining and growing key accounts.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts to clients and staff.
• Experience with construction-specific accounting software is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to develop new business, including a network of industry contacts and a history of successful client acquisition.