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This is a key role within Leeding Builders Group ("LBG") responsible for management of the construction project accounting department. The Project Accounting Supervisor will ensure accurate and timely processing of transactions and financial reports in line with the expectations of our business, corporate parameters, and client requirements. Serves as a readily accessible point of contact for company personnel, providing timely responses to questions, issue resolution, and financial information requests.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Supervise and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department including managerial responsibilities over multiple project accountants
• Ensure timeliness and verify accuracy of the AIA application for payment process for the company's portfolio of construction projects
• Provide guidance to project teams and accountants regarding protocol for lien waivers, stored materials, deposit logs, and where required, payroll reporting, local hiring, etc.
• Maintain functional and professional templates for internal and external use
• Internally audit project budgets, costs, and financial performance
• Spot-check applications for payment to ensure quality and consistency across all projects
• Work closely with project managers to ensure accurate cost reporting and forecasting
• Provide support to project accountants for complex accounting matters, client inquiries, and subcontractor inquiries
• Assist with month-end close processes related to project financials
• Support audits and ensure compliance with company and client requirements
• Directly process miscellaneous payables, including overhead payables and payables requiring allocation across multiple projects
• Provide expense report oversight and assist with processing and approvals
• Post job cost transactions entered by project accounting personnel
• Review and reconcile accounts to ensure accuracy
• Ensure timely payroll reporting to insurance carriers
• Assist with project budgeting and forecasting processes
• Provide training and guidance to accounting personnel
• Prepare financial analyses and reports for management review
• Periodically audit user permissions across various accounting and vendor platforms
• Prepare invoices for preconstruction, consulting, and other miscellaneous services
• Evaluate and improve all financial policies, controls and processes that will position for efficient and effective continued growth
• Evaluate opportunities for process improvement and implementation of best methods and practices
• Apply an advanced understanding of concepts, industry knowledge and technical capabilities
• Possesses in-depth technical or functional knowledge in area of expertise
• Undertake assignments outside the core skill set to expand expertise

Minimum Requirements:

Project Accounting Supervisor:

• BA/BS in accounting, finance, or a related field and 6 years minimum related construction accounting experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education 

OR

Project Accounting Manager:

• BA/BS in accounting, finance, or a related field and 8 years minimum related construction accounting experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Requirements:

• Working knowledge of Textura and CMiC
• Knowledge of Procore would be beneficial
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and professional in communication
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Prior management experience
• Notary
• Sound technical skills (e.g., cost structures, job costing), good judgment and strong operational focus
• Hands-on experience with AIA applications for payment and related documentation
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Fluent in English

Abilities Required

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective leadership and team management abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Focus on accounting deadlines
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively handle stress, pressures, and challenges

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.
• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
• This position is not hybrid nor remote.
• THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND LEEDING BUILDERS GROUP INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY OCTOBER 30TH, 2026.

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