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Construction Accounting Manager

anchorage, alaska • Posted 1 weeks ago
Onsite Contract General
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Base pay range
$90,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yr
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* Lead and manage daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll coordination, and banking.
* Supervise and develop accounting staff through training, coaching, and performance evaluations to ensure a high-performance, accountable team.
Oversee all aspects of project accounting, including:
* Initial project setup in accounting software with cost codes, budgets, and contract values.
* Coordination with project managers to track budgets, cost-to-complete, and job profitability.
* Preparation and review of Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and job cost reports.
* Management of billing, change orders, retainage tracking, and subcontractor requisitions.
* Reconciliation of project costs and validation of revenue recognition in alignment with project milestones.
* Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including monthly closings, quarterly reviews, and year-end statements.
* Support financial audits, tax filings, and external reporting requirements.
* Collaborate on the preparation and monitoring of company and project-level budgets and forecasts; provide variance analysis and financial insights.
* Manage subcontractor and vendor payment processes, ensuring proper lien releases, compliance documentation, and adherence to contract terms.
* Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable laws and regulations.
* Monitor and improve accounting systems and workflows to increase accuracy and efficiency.
* Collaborate with project teams, executives, and other departments to ensure financial alignment and promote informed decision‑making.
* Ensure compliance with union requirements, certified payroll reporting, prevailing wage obligations, and other construction-related regulations.
* Assist with or lead process improvement, automation, system optimization, implementation of accounting and project management software improvements and integrations.
Required Skills and Abilities
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to multi‑task and prioritize to meet tight deadlines
* Ability to read, interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures within a heavily regulated industry
* Ability to apply strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to complex situations and positively affect overall outcomes
* Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial reporting, WIP schedules, and compliance documentation
Education and Experience
Required
* Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
* 2 years of Financial Management experience
* 3 years of Supervisory or Leadership experience
* 3 years of vertical commercial construction accounting experience
* Highly proficient in MS Office Suite and financial management and accounting software (Sage, Oracle, Zoho, Quicken, etc.)
Preferred
* Master's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting
* 5 years of Financial Management experience
* 3 years of experience in construction industry
* 5 years of Supervisory or Leadership experience
* 5 years of vertical commercial construction accounting experience
Physical Demands
* Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
* Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
* Must be able to drive and pick up supplies and other items as needed
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Accounting/Auditing
Industries
* Accounting and Construction
Anchorage, AK
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* Medical insurance
* Vision insurance
* 401(k)
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