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Wyatt Field Service Company
POSITION TITLE: Accounting Manager
REPORTS TO: Director of Financial Services
Position Summary
The Accounting Manager oversees payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and general ledger functions for a multi-state construction organization, with primary concentration of operations along the Texas-Louisiand Gulf Coast. This role ensures compliance with federal and state payroll and tax regulations, maintains strong internal controls, and supports operational teams in a collaborative environment. Experience with construction or project-based accounting and multi-state sales & use tax is preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee payroll, AP, AR, cash management, and general ledger activities.
- Supervise weekly payroll processing, ensuring accurate wage, overtime, and deduction calculations in compliance with federal and state laws.
- Manage payroll and tax filings, including Sales & Use Tax, 940/941, SUI, withholding, and W-2 reporting.
- Support year-end close processes, audits, and related reporting requirements.
- Maintain and improve payroll procedures, timekeeping systems, and internal controls.
- Perform and review bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Manage daily cash allocations, including AR receipts, AP payments, and intercompany transfers.
- Assist with month-end close, payroll tax accruals, and financial reporting.
- Prepare management reports and respond to employee and departmental inquiries.
- Identify and resolve accounting issues and support special projects as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
- 8 years of construction or cost accounting experience
- Strong knowledge of GAAP
- Experience with multi-state payroll and sales & use tax
- CPA or CMA preferred
- Experience with Viewpoint/VISTA or similar construction ERP systems preferred
Additional Requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required)
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Pre-employment drug-screen and background check are required.