Manager Project Accounting

Overview

The organization is seeking an experienced Manager of Project Accounting (Construction) to lead project accounting operations across a portfolio of construction businesses specializing in HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing projects.

This role is ideal for a construction accounting professional with deep expertise in Work-in-Process (WIP) reporting, Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting, job costing, AIA billing, and ASC 606 revenue recognition. You will partner closely with project managers, operations leaders, and finance teams to ensure financial accuracy, improve project visibility, and support profitable growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead WIP reporting, Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting, and ASC 606 revenue recognition across an active portfolio of construction projects.
• Partner with Project Managers and operations leaders to drive accurate forecasting, margin visibility, and project financial performance.
• Oversee AIA billing, T&M billing, change orders, retainage, and accounts receivable tracking.
• Support audits, surety and bonding requirements, and financial reporting needs.
• Improve project accounting processes, controls, systems, and reporting capabilities across the organization.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 7+ years of project accounting or construction accounting experience within construction, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or specialty contracting
• Deep experience with:
  • WIP schedules and POC accounting
  • ASC 606 revenue recognition
  • Job cost / cost coding discipline
  • AIA billing + subcontract management
• Experience with construction ERP/accounting systems such as NetSuite (strongly preferred), Sage 300 CRE, Viewpoint Vista, Foundation, Spectrum, or similar
• Advanced Microsoft Excel + financial modeling capability
• Ability to effectively partner with and influence project managers, superintendents, and operational leaders

Preferred Qualifications

• NetSuite experience (strongly preferred)

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits

Location

• Remote (U.S.)
• Travel: Minimal; quarterly throughout the Southeast

Reporting Relationship

• Reports to Divisional VP Finance

Industry

• Construction | HVAC | Mechanical | Electrical | Plumbing (MEP)

Equal Opportunity

The organization celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. It does not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where it does business.