Manager, Accounting Advisory - Construction Industry Clients

Overview

The organization is seeking an Accounting Advisory Manager with strong construction accounting expertise to provide controller-level advisory services and lead key client engagements.

In this role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for construction clients, delivering accurate financial reporting, reviewing work-in-progress schedules, and providing strategic guidance to improve processes, internal controls, and operational efficiency. You will partner closely with client accounting teams and CFOs, using a solutions-focused approach to help strengthen financial performance. This position also involves leading a remote team, mentoring staff, and contributing to a collaborative, people-first environment.

This position can be worked remotely anywhere in the US.

Responsibilities

• Review financial reporting packages and work papers for quality, completeness, and timely delivery.
• Prepare and analyze benchmarking data and key performance indicators to support client insights.
• Present completed reporting packages and findings to clients as directed.
• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and cash flow models in alignment with client engagement terms.
• Provide technical accounting support to clients and their teams on complex issues.
• Identify operational inefficiencies through client discovery sessions and recommend actionable improvements.
• Lead and coordinate the efforts of US and offshore engagement team members to ensure high-quality deliverables, efficient workflow management, and a consistent client experience.
• Lead and coach staff and senior accountants, providing guidance on accounting and financial reporting matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
• 4–6 years of experience in public or private accounting.
• 3+ years managing associates and/or teams.
• Working knowledge of job costing, WIP schedules, retainage, and change orders.
• Understanding of project-based cash flow dynamics, including timing differences between billing, collections, and costs.
• Comfort partnering with owners, project managers, and external advisors in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Exposure to multi-state operations, sales/use tax, and contractor-specific compliance considerations.
• Proficiency in financial reporting and analysis.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Strong project management and relationship-building skills, with a client-first mindset.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA).
• Preferred proficiency in industry accounting software, e.g., QuickBooks Online, Foundation, Procore, and a demonstrated ability to embrace new technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to influence others, promote constructive change, and develop team members.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated base pay range: $122,000 to $165,000.
• Offers typically not made at the maximum; actual salary depends on business-related factors including location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws.
• Annual discretionary bonus may be available, subject to participation rules and based on factors including individual and firm performance.

Benefits highlights include:

• 8 health plan options (HMO & PPO)
• Dental and vision coverage
• Opportunity to enroll in an HSA with potential firm contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Firm-sponsored basic life and short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) savings plan & profit share with firm matching contribution
• Well-being incentive
• Education & certification assistance
• Flexible time off
• Family care leave, parental leave, and family formation benefits
• Cell phone reimbursement and travel rewards
• Voluntary benefit offerings including critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D

Eligibility for all benefits programs depends on annual hours expectation, position status/level, and location.

Location

• Remote within the US.