Project Accounting Manager

Project Accounting Manager The Project Accounting Managers manage and develop a team of project accountants responsible for providing superior customer service and accounting support to the internal Operations and Sales team as well as external customers. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Oversight Provide direction, training, and performance management for the Project Accounting team Allocate and monitor team workload to ensure efficient processing and coverage across entities and regions Oversee customer (external and internal) escalations, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining strong business relationships Promote team development through continuous learning, cross-training, and reinforcement of Lead harmonization of processes and workflows for the PA area, as well as definition of requirements for ERP and other support tools Support proper integration between PA function and other functional areas, including project management and other non-financial departments Construction Project Accounting Management Oversee & support end to end accurate processing of new construction projects, budgets, change orders created by Project Accountants Oversee & support processing of monthly billings in accordance with contract requirements for construction projects Oversee & support monitoring of job costing analysis in support of operations Owning the Work in Process (WIP) process including the project cost and revenue recognition process, working capital calculations Oversee & support review of construction contracts as necessary to ensure risk mitigation and compliance. Including the preparation and review of supporting schedules and work papers Cooperate closely with Financial Business Partners on project performance and forecasting impacts, Oversee the proper execution and compliance around construction specific requirements for project e.g., insurances, bonding, liens, indemnifications, etc Seek constant process improvement opportunities and propose relevant process changes to improve efficiency, timeliness, and redundancy reduction General Ledger entries & review of PA team posting activities Develop and own action plans in cooperation with other finance functions and Operations stakeholders for managing working capital as it pertains to PA area Identify opportunities to improve current financial and business reporting, processes, and procedures Assist in the financial development of nonfinancial employees, including training at locations across the country ERP system responsibilities for modules within area of responsibility Financial Control & Reporting Prepare and review monthly reconciliations for assigned GL accounts Support month-end and year-end close activities including the preparation and review of supporting schedules and work papers Responsible for process of monthly construction project revenue recognition Review general ledger fluctuations and provide variance explanations to management Support working capital management through and communication of material forecasts and variances to Operations. Provide operational reporting, audit schedules, and analysis to Accounting and Operations leadership as needed Support year-end audits including preparation and analysis of requested documents Support internal audit requests Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent industry experience; minimum of 10+ years of accounting experience, including 5+ years in a supervisory or managerial role Demonstrated experience and strong knowledge of construction accounting and project-based financial processes Strong understanding of GAAP principles, and construction industry related compliance Knowledge of working capital management, cash flow optimization, and DSO monitoring Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to partner effectively across multiple departments and business units Strong problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment, balancing strategic initiatives with operational execution Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated success managing cross-functional projects involving finance, operations, procurement, or IT systems Experience partnering with accounting transformation or integration leaders to align processes, harmonize workflows, and support ERP conversions or system implementations Experience with ERP implementations Physical Demands Must be able to effectively communicate, (i.e. see, hear, speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with employees and/or customers; manual dexterity required for frequent reaching, and lifting of small objects, and operating office equipment Working Conditions The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate Travel may be required. Pay Rate: $135,000 - $155,000 DOE Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Sales, General Business, and Education; Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr