Accounting Manager

Alsay Incorporated; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Alsay Incorporated in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, project cost accounting, and the monthly close. The ideal candidate will supervise accounting staff, collaborate with project managers and operations, strengthen internal controls, and drive process improvements in a fast-paced, project-based environment.

This role requires a detail-oriented leader with 5+ years of experience in construction or industrial

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience with month-end close activities.
• Experience with project accounting, job costing in construction or project-based contracting.
• Experience supervising AP/AR and GL workflows; strong internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities, including processing, reconciliations, and issue resolution.
• Supervise accounting personnel, setting clear expectations for accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain effective accounting controls, approval workflows, and documentation standards.
• Oversee project accounting, cost allocation, WIP reporting, and revenue recognition.

Skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Process improvement

Operational partnership

US GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/Construction accounting software

Job description

Alsay Incorporated is a leading provider of water well drilling, pump installation, maintenance, and water infrastructure services. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Alsay serves municipal, commercial, and industrial customers through complex, project-based operations.

Our success depends on strong field execution, disciplined project management, and accurate financial information. We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Accounting Manager to strengthen our accounting operations, support our growing business, and help build a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Address: 6615 Gant Rd, Houston, TX 77066

Position Summary

The Accounting Manager is responsible for leading Alsay's day-to-day accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, project cost accounting, and key components of the monthly financial close.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring transactions are accurately recorded, project expenses are properly coded, customer invoices are issued timely, and accounting processes support reliable financial reporting. The Accounting Manager will supervise accounting personnel and work closely with Project Managers, Operations, and Finance leadership to resolve issues, strengthen internal controls, and improve operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, hands-on accounting leader with proven experience in construction or project-based industrial services who thrives in a fast-paced, operationally focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Team Leadership

• Lead daily Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities, including transaction processing, reconciliations, collections coordination, and resolution of outstanding issues.
• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting personnel, establishing clear expectations for accuracy, productivity, and timely execution.
• Maintain effective accounting controls, approval workflows, documentation standards, and compliance with company policies.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve systems, and strengthen accountability across the accounting function.

Project Accounting & Job Cost Controls

• Oversee accurate coding and allocation of vendor invoices, labor, materials, equipment, and other expenses to the appropriate projects and cost categories.
• Partner with Project Managers and Operations leadership to resolve job cost discrepancies, missing documentation, and project accounting issues.
• Support work-in-process (WIP) reporting, cost-to-complete reviews, revenue recognition, and reconciliation of project-related accounts.
• Monitor project billing activity, unbilled costs, and outstanding receivables to support timely invoicing and improved cash conversion.

Monthly Close & Financial Reporting

• Own assigned components of the monthly close, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and general ledger review.
• Ensure accounting transactions are complete, accurate, properly supported, and recorded within established monthly reporting deadlines.
• Investigate account variances, reconcile discrepancies, and support preparation of accurate financial statements and management reporting.
• Assist the VP of Finance with audit preparation, financial analysis, process improvements, and other accounting priorities.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including direct responsibility for accounting operations and month-end close activities.
• Demonstrated experience with project accounting, job costing, and financial processes in construction or project-based contracting environments.
• Experience supervising accounting personnel or leading AP, AR, and general ledger workflows.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP, account reconciliations, accrual accounting, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP or construction accounting software.

Preferred

• Experience in water well drilling, oil and gas services, heavy civil construction, utilities, or industrial contracting.
• Familiarity with WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, contract billing, retainage, and project cost-to-complete reporting.
• Experience improving accounting workflows, reporting processes, and financial controls in a growing or changing organization.
• CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification is a plus, but not required.
• Ownership & Accountability: Takes responsibility for accurate, timely results and follows issues through to resolution.
• Operational Partnership: Builds productive relationships with project management, field operations, and other business functions.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains high standards for transactional accuracy, documentation, and financial controls.
• Process Improvement: Identifies inefficiencies and implements practical solutions that improve performance.
• Team Leadership: Develops employees, establishes clear expectations, and creates a collaborative, service-oriented accounting team.

What Success Looks Like

The successful Accounting Manager will establish a disciplined, reliable accounting operation that supports both day-to-day execution and the company's broader financial objectives.

Success will be demonstrated through:

• Accurate and timely monthly accounting close and account reconciliations.
• Reliable project expense coding and job cost information.
• Timely customer billing, proactive receivables management, and efficient vendor payment processing.
• Strong accounting controls, improved processes, and a capable, accountable accounting team.

Alsay Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a professional and respectful work environment.