Construction Accounting Manager
Scottdale, GA | 100% In-Office
$120,000–$125,000 + 10% Bonus
An Exciting Opportunity
We're partnering with a well-established and highly respected construction company that has been in business since the 1960s. Known for its strong reputation, stability, and long-tenured employees, the company is entering an exciting new chapter after being awarded a landmark $30 million data center project through a joint venture.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Construction Accounting professional—or a Senior Accountant ready to take the next step into management—to own the accounting function for a growing construction division. As the company continues to expand, this role offers a clear path toward an Assistant Controller position with future leadership responsibilities.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Controller with direct exposure to the CFO, the Construction Accounting Manager will oversee the accounting and financial reporting for multiple construction projects, including a large joint venture. This is a hands-on individual contributor role that requires someone who enjoys taking ownership, partnering with operations, and improving processes.
What You'll Do
- Own the accounting function for the construction division from project setup through month-end close and financial reporting.
- Perform percentage-of-completion (POC) revenue recognition and maintain accurate Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules.
- Manage job costing, project profitability analysis, contract accounting, and change order tracking.
- Serve as the primary accounting contact for a 50/50 joint venture, including financial reporting and coordination with the project partner.
- Partner with project managers and operations leadership to monitor project performance, analyze margins, and identify financial risks and opportunities.
- Prepare monthly journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reports.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, audits, and long-range financial planning.
- Support treasury functions including bank reconciliations, ACH transactions, wire transfers, and cash management activities.
- Develop and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting efficiencies.
- Participate in ERP enhancements and process automation initiatives.
- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to leadership to support business decisions.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 5+ years of progressive construction accounting experience.
- Strong understanding of:
- Percentage-of-Completion (POC) revenue recognition
- Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting
- Job costing and project accounting
- Construction financial reporting
- Experience with joint venture accounting is a plus.
- Knowledge of GAAP and month-end close processes.
- Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite is a plus but not required).
- Strong Excel skills and excellent analytical abilities.
- Self-starter who enjoys working independently while collaborating with project teams and executive leadership.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- Join a financially stable company with more than 60 years of success.
- Play a key role in a high-profile $30 million data center project.
- Work directly with the Controller and CFO in a highly visible position.
- Help build and improve accounting processes as the business continues to grow.
- Clear career advancement into an Assistant Controller role and future leadership opportunities.
- Competitive salary, bonus, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off.
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Company Description
Accountants One is an Accounting and Finance Recruiting and Staffing Firm. We understand that an organization is only as good as its people. That is why we are fanatical about recruiting. Our inspiration is derived from the creation of value through aligning the right organizations with the right people.