Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash management.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Prepare and review financial statements, supporting schedules, and management reports.
• Monitor cash flow and provide recommendations to support business objectives.
• Cook with external CPA firms and auditors to support tax filings, audits, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Manage project accounting activities across multiple active projects.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, billings, profitability, and financial performance.
• Oversee Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting and revenue recognition in accordance with applicable accounting standards.
• Review work-in-progress (WIP) schedules and analyze project profitability and cost-to-complete estimates.
• Partner with project managers and operational leaders to ensure accurate project reporting and forecasting.
• Reconcile project costs, labor allocations, and contract billings.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
• Establish performance expectations and conduct performance reviews.
• Improve accounting processes, workflows, and internal controls.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Collaborate with leadership to provide financial analysis and operational recommendations.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to support organizational goals and decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable financial regulations.
• Maintain and strengthen internal control processes.
• Oversee insurance compliance, vendor documentation, contract administration, and related financial requirements.
• Stay current on accounting standards, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounting and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated experience with project accounting, job costing, Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules, and Percentage of Completion (POC) revenue recognition.
• Experience managing month-end close, account reconciliations, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation or CPA track preferred.
• Experience within project-driven industries such as construction, engineering, architecture, professional services, manufacturing, or related environments.
• Experience implementing process improvements and accounting automation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of contract accounting and project profitability analysis.