What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Manager position at NorthPoint Search Group?
Senior Accounting Manager / Controller
A growing general contractor is seeking a Senior Accounting Manager with a clear path to Controller. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity responsible for overseeing the company's accounting function, including month-end close, job cost accounting, Work in Progress (WIP), financial reporting, payroll, and the development of the accounting team. This position reports directly to ownership and plays a key role in the company's continued growth.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
- Own the full-cycle month-end close process, including the close calendar, journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules.
- Prepare accurate financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Ensure revenue recognition compliance under ASC 606 using the cost-to-cost method.
Construction & Job Cost Accounting
- Own and maintain the monthly Work in Progress (WIP) schedule, including over/under billing analysis, WIP adjustments, and job closeout.
- Ensure WIP accuracy for ownership, banking relationships, and surety reporting.
- Participate in monthly cost projection meetings with project management.
- Identify job cost coding discrepancies and process reclassification journal entries as needed.
- Partner with project managers and project accounting to ensure accurate billings, retainage, and subcontractor cost reporting.
Payroll & Administration
- Review and process bi-weekly payroll for a salaried workforce.
- Maintain PTO accruals and ensure accurate tracking of employee leave balances.
- Supervise and mentor accounting staff.
Qualifications
- 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
- 2 years of construction accounting experience with a general contractor or subcontractor.
- Hands-on experience managing a Work in Progress (WIP) schedule.
- Strong knowledge of percentage-of-completion revenue recognition under ASC 606.
- Experience independently managing the full month-end close process.
- Solid understanding of GAAP, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Payroll processing experience.
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Performance bonus
- Excellent benefits package
- Clear career path to Controller
To Apply: Please send your resume to Andree@Stafffinancial.com for immediate consideration.