What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Divisional Operations Accounting Manager position at Buildlabs Custom Homes, LLC?
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Construction Divisional Operations Accounting Manager
Luxury Residential Construction | Multi-Site Operations
Job Summary
Buildlabs Custom Homes LLC is seeking an experienced and highly hands-on Construction Divisional Operations Accounting Manager to oversee and actively perform all accounting office transactions for a luxury residential construction company with multiple active project sites.
This is a working manager role. In addition to supervising accounting operations and staff, this individual will be responsible for executing day-to-day accounting functions, auditing existing financial processes, and making recommendations to ensure the most accurate, efficient, and scalable accounting practices across the organization.
Responsibilities
Hands-On Accounting & Financial Execution
- Perform and oversee daily accounting transactions across multiple construction projects, divisions and Buildlabs locations
- Manage general ledger activity, job cost accounting, cost coding, and project-level financial tracking
- Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
- Maintain strong internal controls through direct involvement in accounting operations
Construction & Job Cost Accounting
- Perform and oversee job cost accounting, including budget tracking, cost-to-complete analysis, variance analysis, and forecasting
- Review project costs, change orders, purchase orders, subcontractor billing, retainage, and draw schedules
- Prepare and manage WIP (Work in Progress) schedules and revenue recognition
- Partner with project managers to ensure accurate cost allocation and financial transparency
Auditing, Controls & Process Improvement
- Audit existing accounting workflows, job cost processes, and financial controls
- Identify gaps, redundancies, and risk areas impacting accuracy and efficiency
- Recommend and implement improved accounting procedures and controls
- Ensure consistency and data integrity across all accounting systems
Leadership & Supervision
- Supervise, mentor, and support accounting staff while remaining actively involved in daily work
- Establish workflows, deadlines, and accountability standards
- Lead by example in both transactional and review-based accounting responsibilities
Reporting & Executive Support
- Prepare and present financial reports for Buildlabs executive leadership
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives
- Serve as a financial resource for operational decision-making
- Coordinate with external auditors, tax professionals, and financial institutions, vendors and clients
Requirements and Qualifications
Education & Credentials
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (required)
- CPA license or MBA degree (required)
- Continuing professional education (CPE) in accounting, finance, or construction-related disciplines preferred
Construction Accounting Experience
- Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience within a construction company
- Demonstrated expertise in construction-specific accounting, including:
- Job cost accounting and cost code structures
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- Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting and revenue recognition
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- Budget-to-actual tracking and cost-to-complete analysis
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- Change order accounting and financial impact analysis
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- Retainage, lien waivers, and subcontractor billing
- Experience supporting multiple concurrent projects across different job sites
Hands-On Accounting & Execution
- Proven experience in a working manager or controller role where the individual personally performed accounting tasks in addition to oversight
- Ability and willingness to:
- Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and adjusting entries
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- Manage general ledger accuracy and integrity
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- Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes
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- Review and process AP/AR, payroll coordination, and job cost entries
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues independently
Auditing, Controls & Process Improvement
- Demonstrated experience auditing internal accounting processes and workflows
- Ability to evaluate financial controls for accuracy, efficiency, and risk exposure
- Proven track record of:
- Identifying process gaps, redundancies, and inefficiencies
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- Recommending improved procedures and control frameworks
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- Implementing scalable, repeatable accounting processes in growing organizations
- Experience preparing for or supporting internal and external audits
Leadership & Management
- Prior experience supervising, mentoring, or managing accounting staff
- Ability to set clear expectations, workflows, and deadlines while remaining actively involved in execution
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across accounting, operations, and project teams
- Comfortable holding team members accountable while maintaining a professional, respectful work environment
Systems & Technical Skills
- Advanced proficiency with construction accounting and ERP systems
- Strong Excel skills, including complex formulas, reconciliations, and financial analysis
- Ability to evaluate accounting systems and recommend improvements or optimizations
- Experience maintaining data accuracy across multiple platforms and reporting outputs
Business & Communication Skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
- Ability to translate financial data into actionable operational insights
- Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive financial information
- Highly organized, deadline-driven, and able to manage competing priorities
Work Environment & Commitment
- Ability to work in person, full-time, five days per week at one of our Buildlabs office locations
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, detail-oriented construction environment
- Committed to year-round employment with long-term organizational impact
Job Details
- Job Type: Full-time
- Schedule: In-person, 5 days per week required
- Position Type: Year-round, full-time role
Compensation
- Compensation: From $125,000 per year
- Annual salary will be determined based on education and experience
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
Salary : $125,000 - $140,000