Accounting Manager

The Waldinger Corporation; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Wellness program

Prepaid legal services

Job summary

The Waldinger Corporation is seeking an Accounting Manager - Construction to lead the accounting operations behind our construction business line. Embedded in the day-to-day financial engine of active projects, you will oversee job costing, billings, payables, and working capital while mentoring a team and partnering with project and operations leadership.

You will own end-to-end operational accounting, monthly closures, forecasts, and the year-end budgeting process, with travel as needed to

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of accounting experience, preferably with construction or project-based accounting.
• Bachelor’s/associate education in accounting or finance requirements.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple active projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive billing and accounts payable for the construction business line with accurate entry of estimates, contracts, and change orders.
• Lead the monthly job closure process and partner with corporate on questions.
• Own the monthly forecast process for construction units and report performance to leadership.
• Support year-end budgeting with senior leadership and ensure financial accuracy.
• Manage working capital: monitor billings, credit checks, and inventory carrying costs.
• Supervise and develop the construction accounting team.

Skills

Construction accounting

Detail oriented

Leadership

Travel willingness

Education

Associate's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

Des Moines, IA | The Waldinger Corporation

The Waldinger Corporation is looking for an Accounting Manager - Construction to lead the accounting operations behind our construction business line. This isn't a back-office reporting role - you'll be embedded in the day-to-day financial engine of active construction projects: job costing, billings, payables, and working capital, all while mentoring a team and partnering directly with project and operations leadership.

What You'll Own

• Operational Accounting Leadership - Drive billing and accounts payable processing for the construction business line, ensuring job estimates, contracts, and change orders are entered accurately and on time.
• Month-End Ownership - Lead the monthly job closure process, partner with corporate on financial questions, and guide your team through department reviews.
• Forecasting & Planning - Own the monthly forecast process across assigned construction operating units, giving leadership a real-time read on project performance.
• Budget Partnership - Play a key role in the year-end budgeting cycle alongside senior leadership.
• Working Capital Management - Protect the financial health of every project: run credit checks on clients and prospects, monitor over/under billings, and help manage inventory carrying costs.
• Team Leadership - Supervise, coach, and grow a construction accounting team, building a strong bench for the future.

What You Bring

• 5-7 years of accounting experience (construction or project-based accounting a plus)
• Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• A sharp eye for detail and comfort managing multiple active projects at once
• Willingness for occasional travel

Why You'll Want To Stay

• Real advancement - this role reports into a team with a clear path for growth at a stable, established company
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement to keep building your expertise
• 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing
• Full health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid holidays and paid vacation
• Health club reimbursement + a wellness plan with lifestyle spending account
• Term, AD&D, and dependent life insurance
• Prepaid legal services

The Waldinger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans, and participates in E-Verify.