Job Title: Accounting Manager

Job Description

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of basic GAAP accounting. The focus of this role is on the income statement and proper recognition of revenue, gross profit, and proper coding of SG&A expenses. This role involves developing strong working relationships with the branches supported, requiring excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The candidate must be capable of understanding and consistently executing the SOX program. The position involves closing the month for one or more branches each month following a closing calendar, preparing a monthly financial forecast in collaboration with the branch leadership team, reviewing job cost data weekly, and making necessary corrections or adjustments. Additionally, the role requires ad hoc reporting and participation in various meetings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure branch monthly/quarterly compliance with GAAP and SOX reporting compliance and testing standards.

• Work with branch management to manage financial requests and issue resolution.

• Actively participate in monthly project reviews and collaborate with branch operations and project teams to analyze project trends and inefficiencies, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies.

• Update and review branch financial tools for monthly reporting during branch reviews and month-end preliminary financials.

• Assist in the annual planning and monthly forecasting process by entering and reviewing expenses, backlog, and other financial data as needed.

• Maximize billing, drive collections, create future week forecasts, and manage opportunities to maximize branch cash performance.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field AND 4+ years of relevant, job-related experience OR 6+ years of relevant, job-related experience in the construction industry (without a degree).

• Well-rounded financial experience - including experience with budgeting, forecasting, and interpreting financial data.

• Strong communication (written and verbal) skills, analytical ability, and attention to detail.

• Capacity to successfully execute job tasks in a fast-paced environment under limited supervision.

• Previous financial experience in the construction industry.

• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Functional knowledge of the Work In Progress (WIP) schedule.

• Experience with Viewpoint construction software.

• Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX 404) compliance.

• Experience in companies with $10 million+ in revenue.

Work Environment

Initially, the role requires on-site presence for about a month of training. After the training period, the position offers a hybrid work environment with flexible days, typically requiring 1-2 days in the office. The standard shift is first shift, Monday to Friday, but longer days may be necessary during the close period. The company provides a full portfolio of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401K plan and company match, HSA, FSA, and life insurance offerings. There are opportunities for professional development through the Learning & Engagement team, career pathing flexibility, and growth opportunities. The company also promotes a culture of care through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.