Project Accounting Manager, Global Mega Projects

Who we are:

Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together - a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Who we are looking for:

Our Construction & Prefabrication Services (C&PS) strategic business unit is seeking a Project Accounting Manager who will be responsible for supporting project accounting, month end close and financial reporting and analysis for our Global Mega Projects supporting our Phoenix based customer. Our ideal candidate has strong analytical skills. We also value integrity, team spirit and strong organizational skills.

What you'll do:

• Develop process and procedures.
• Establish standard work for GMP Accounting.
• Report and record construction forecasts and revenue recognition model.
• Develop reports and KPIs to track and monitor project activity.
• Audit project cost projections and report on variances.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Review purchase orders, invoices, and supplier contracts.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• 8-10 years of experience, construction preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Understand accounting theory and application.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to think through process, problems and analysis

What you'll accomplish:

Within 3 months, you'll:

• Complete your Atkore immersion program.
• Develop relationships with the key stakeholders for this role.
• Have learned the fundamentals of our company's internal software and processes.

Within 6-months, you'll:

• Take full ownership of project reporting, forecasting, analysis and audits
• Take full ownership over recurring journal entries and reconciliations
• Assist Controller with creation of ad-hoc financial reports
• Assist Controller with analysis and reporting of balance sheet fluctuations

Within 12-months, you'll:

• Provide suggestions for improvement to current processes that pertain to your responsibilities.
• Be subject matter expert in your processes.

Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We're committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!