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    Cogent Talent Solutions

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    Accounting Manager - Construction

    Lapel, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time7+ yrs experience$85k – $95k / yearPosted 2w ago
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    Job description

    Position Summary

    The Controller is responsible for leading the accounting, finance, and human resources functions for a construction company. This hands-on leadership role ensures accurate financial reporting, sound internal controls, effective cash flow management, and efficient human resources administration while supporting the company's continued growth.

    Duties and Responsibilities

      Financial Leadership

    • Direct all accounting and financial operations.
    • Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
    • Manage the month-end and year-end close process.
    • Analyze financial performance and present results to executive leadership.
    • Establish and maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
    • Coordinate annual audits and tax preparation.
    • Construction Accounting

    • Oversee job costing and project accounting.
    • Prepare and review Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules.
    • Monitor project profitability, change orders, retainage, and committed costs.
    • Partner with Project Managers to review budgets, forecasts, and cost variances.
    • Cash Management

    • Manage company cash flow and working capital.
    • Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts.
    • Oversee banking relationships, credit facilities, and financing.
    • Monitor accounts receivable, collections, and accounts payable.
    • Leadership & Administration

    • Supervise accounting, payroll, and administrative personnel.
    • Develop standardized financial and administrative processes across all business units.
    • Evaluate and implement improvements to accounting and HR systems.
    • Manage relationships with auditors, banks, bonding companies, insurance providers, legal counsel, and outside consultants.
    • Participate in strategic planning and operational decision-making as a member of the leadership team.

    Requirements

    • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
    • Quickbooks experience
    • Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience.
    • At least 2 years of construction accounting experience.
    • Experience with job costing, WIP reporting, and project accounting.
    • Experience managing payroll and human resources.
    • Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    Cogent Talent Solutions

    Cogent Talent Solutions is a talent acquisition firm that helps companies find and hire the right people.

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