Construction Accounting Manager

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee and support construction clients in maintaining accurate, project-based accounting, including managing staff responsible for transaction processing, account reconciliations, financial clean-up, and job cost reporting.
• Review and analyze financial statements, work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition to ensure accuracy and alignment with industry standards.
• Advise clients on accounting and operational challenges specific to the construction industry, including job costing, cash flow management, and project profitability.
• Partner closely with clients in an in-office, collaborative environment to build relationships and identify opportunities to expand services within the growing construction niche.
• Stay current on construction accounting trends, GAAP guidance, and industry best practices to proactively support client needs.
• Lead, coach, and develop junior team members, fostering a high-performing, team-oriented environment.
• Ensure timely, high-quality deliverables while consistently exceeding client expectations.
• Support business development efforts, including contributing to proposals, client presentations, and networking activities to grow the CAAS construction practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Demonstrated experience in public accounting, consulting, or outsourced accounting environments.
• 8+ years of experience in industry accounting or public accounting consulting.
• Construction Industry experience required.
• Experience with Computerease, Netsuite, Sage Intacct, and/or Foundation.
• Experience in leading a team and owning client relationships.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, to collaborate with clients and internal teams.