Construction Accounting Manager - South Fort Worth, TX (Direct Hire)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the month-end and year-end close processes
• Drive process improvements to reduce close timelines and increase efficiency
• Oversee all accounting operations, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Payroll, and Purchasing
• Supervise and develop accounting team workflows and performance
• Manage bank reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and cash postings
• Avoid inaccurate and timely payroll tax filings through third-party providers
• Provide hands-on support in AR and AP during departmental transition periods
• Serve as the primary point of contact for financial reporting, including lender, surety, and prequalification requirements
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and internal controls to support audit readiness
• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules
• Manage progress billings and maintain ownership of the AR function
• Address internal accounting issues and provide strategic guidance to leadership
• Improve systems, reporting, and ERP functionality, with a focus on automation and process optimization
• Oversee retainage tracking and reconciliation in accordance with applicable regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 7 + years of progressive accounting experience within commercial construction
• Strong knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting, job costing, and WIP reporting
• Experience managing audit preparation and external audits
• Solid understanding of lien laws, retainage, and monthly notice requirements
• Familiarity with tools such as Procore, Textura, GC Pay, Levelset, or similar platforms
• Proven leadership, organizational, and team development skills
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a hands-on, high-accountability environment

Pay & Benefits

• Compensation: Base salary: $115,000 – $140,000 depending on experience
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (company covers 60% of monthly premiums)
• PTO: 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holidays: Paid holidays
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and sustainable workload