Accounting Manager – Telecommunications / Utilities

Accounting Manager – Telecommunications / Utilities (The Woodlands, TX)

Full-Time | Competitive Base Bonus | Excellent Benefits

A growing infrastructure and services organization is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations for its rapidly expanding fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) business. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong technical accounting expertise, and has experience supporting construction, telecom, or utilities operations.

You will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, managing project and construction accounting, improving systems and processes, and partnering cross-functionally with Operations, Finance, HR, and IT.

Responsibilities

General Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities with accuracy and timeliness
• Oversee general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reporting packages
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies

Project & Construction Accounting

• Track and capitalize construction-work-in-progress (CWIP) for network builds and customer installations
• Manage accounting for materials, inventory, contractor costs, and internal labor
• Partner with operations/engineering teams to maintain project financial accuracy
• Oversee the fixed asset system and depreciation schedules

Revenue & Cost Accounting

• Manage revenue recognition for residential and commercial service offerings
• Reconcile subscriber counts, billing data, and deferred revenue with billing/operations teams
• Oversee cost allocations across segments, geographies, or cost centers
• (e.g., construction, maintenance, customer service)

Payroll, Intercompany & Systems

• Support payroll GL mapping, labor allocations, and intercompany entries
• Coordinate with HR/payroll systems (e.g., Paylocity) to ensure accurate labor distribution
• Lead improvements and integrations between the ERP (NetSuite or similar) and operational systems
• Maintain a strong internal control environment and support audits/tax processes

Leadership

• Supervise and develop accounting staff
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and process guidance
• Partner cross-functionally to support business growth and operational alignment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience
• 2 years of management or supervisory experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, fixed asset accounting, and project cost tracking
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with reporting/analytics tools
• Experience working in telecom, utilities, or construction is highly preferred
• CPA is a plus
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite or similar)

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, and additional voluntary benefits
• Generous PTO 10 paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match

About the Opportunity

This role is perfect for someone who wants to make a meaningful impact in a high-growth environment while strengthening the financial and operational foundation that supports large-scale fiber network expansion.

If you're an experienced Accounting Manager with strong project/construction accounting experience and a passion for operational excellence, we’d love to connect.