Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (Advisory) - Construction and Real Estate Manager

Overview

A leading full-service public accounting and consulting firm is seeking a Construction and Real Estate Manager to support outsourced construction and real estate accounting engagements. This role involves managing and delivering timely, accurate accounting services, including overseeing onshore and offshore teams responsible for transaction processing, month-end close, financial statement preparation, and on-demand accounting support. The position also focuses on solving accounting and financial reporting challenges and expanding accounting advisory services to clients.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and perform various engagements including daily accounting services, monthly close, financial statement preparation and review, and ongoing accounting support
• Manage engagements by assessing client accounting challenges, developing tailored advisory solutions, and establishing timelines and scopes
• Provide status updates to client leadership on task progress, findings, and recommendations
• Identify best practices and recommend improvements in client account reconciliations and financial processes, delivering executive-level reports
• Oversee engagement economics and resource management to meet project goals
• Mentor and develop associates through continuous feedback and performance evaluations
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and identify opportunities for expanded services
• Develop internal and external relationships to support long-term business development
• Perform other duties as assigned

Types of Projects

• Oversight of transaction processing and general ledger reconciliations
• Assistance with financial statement close processes
• Drafting and reviewing financial statements
• Large data set manipulation and problem solving
• Internal control and best practice evaluations
• Validation of financial information across multiple sources
• Outsourced or co-sourced accounting support
• Evaluating engagements for efficiency and automation, collaborating with offshore teams
• Other projects as needed

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of construction accounting experience
• Deep knowledge of construction and real estate accounting
• Bachelor's degree in accounting (required)
• CPA certification preferred
• Strong project management, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Executive presence with effective oral and written communication
• Proven leadership and team development abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines within budgets
• Experience working with offshore teams is a plus
• Knowledge of professional accounting standards and regulations
• Experience with internal controls and documentation
• Proficiency with Sage Intacct CRE, Sage 300, and Microsoft Office (including intermediate Excel skills and PowerPoint)
• Ability to travel 10%-25% as needed
• Highly motivated, energetic, and eager to learn and share knowledge

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with financial statement close processes, including journal entries
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve account reconciliation issues
• Experience managing multiple teams in a leveraged model
• Prior experience coaching and developing junior associates

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $133,000 to $187,000, determined by role, experience, education, skills, and location
• Competitive compensation packages based on performance
• Annual bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, and paid care leave
• Programs supporting work-life balance and financial protection

Location

• This position requires the ability to travel as needed (approximately 10%-25%)

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Work sponsorship is not provided for this position.