Job Summary
The Accounting Lead is responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations while also contributing hands-on technical accounting expertise. The Accounting Lead ensures accurate financial records, supports strategic decision-making, strengthens internal controls, and helps scale accounting processes as the organization grows.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
Financial Operations & Close Process
- Manage and oversee daily accounting operations
- Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
- Manage the process of project billing, including the knowledge of progress billing, pay applications, and AIA billing documentation for general contractors and project owners
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and automation
- Help implement and optimize ERP/accounting systems
- Create and document accounting procedures and best practices
Leadership & Team Support
- Supervise, support, and coach accounting staff
- Review work completed by accounting staff to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Coordinate with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate contract billing, lien waiver tracking, change orders, and collections management
- Serve as a key point of contact for accounting-related questions and escalations
- Assist in prioritizing workload and managing deadlines across the accounting function
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting principles
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems and advanced Excel skills. Sage Intacct experience preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Education & Experience
- Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including senior-level accounting responsibilities
- Prior supervisory or management experience preferred in accounting
Join us as an Accounting Lead where your expertise will empower our organization’s financial integrity! We value proactive professionals who are eager to make a meaningful impact through precise financial stewardship.
Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
