We are looking for an Accounting Manager to join a growing design/build construction company in Texas. This contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on accounting specialist who can oversee daily financial operations while working closely with an external accounting partner. The role offers the chance to strengthen core accounting processes, support accurate reporting, and contribute to the company’s shift from cash-based reporting to an accrual-focused environment.
Responsibilities:
- Direct daily accounting activities across payables, receivables, and general ledger maintenance to support accurate and timely financial operations.
- Lead the month-end close process by preparing entries, reviewing account activity, and ensuring financial records are complete.
- Reconcile balance sheet and income statement accounts to identify variances, resolve discrepancies, and maintain reporting accuracy.
- Partner with an outsourced accounting firm to coordinate deliverables, share financial information, and support consistent accounting practices.
- Prepare and post journal entries with appropriate documentation and alignment to company accounting policies.
- Assist with audit readiness by organizing financial records, responding to requests, and supporting financial statement review activities.
- Help guide the organization’s progression from cash accounting to accrual accounting through process execution and financial analysis.
- Contribute to special projects and ad hoc accounting assignments that support business growth and operational improvement.
- Demonstrated experience managing month-end close activities in a hands-on accounting environment.
- Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting and account reconciliation practices.
- Ability to prepare and review journal entries with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Experience supporting financial statement audits and responding to audit-related requests.
- Background overseeing accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
- Comfortable collaborating with external accounting partners and internal stakeholders.
- Prior experience in construction or a similar project-based industry is highly preferred.
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