Accounting Manager

JE Richards Electric; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

JE Richards Electric in Lanham, MD is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead core accounting functions, including cash management, month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls, with emphasis on construction accounting and SOX compliance.

You will oversee accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets, job costing, AIA billings, tax compliance, and liaise with auditors and management. Requires 10+ years in accounting and 5+ years supervising, plus a bachelor’s in finance or accounting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting experience required.
• 5+ years of direct supervisory experience.
• Construction accounting expertise, including percentage-of-completion and AIA billing.
• Experience with construction accounting software, especially Viewpoint Vista, is desirable.
• SOX experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support daily and monthly accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, general ledger transactions, and financial reporting.
• Complete balance sheet analysis and account reconciliations, ensuring subledgers reconcile to the general ledger.
• Maintain fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Monitor job costing, AIA billings, payroll tax reporting, sales and use tax returns, retention calculations, and related matters.
• Oversee monthly cash flow, billing, collections, and follow-up on outstanding billings and receivables.
• Support financial, insurance, and union-related audits.
• Interface with parent and affiliated company financial management personnel and interact with customers, auditors, suppliers, vendors, employees, and staff as required.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements, including property, sales, payroll, gross receipts, franchise, and income taxes.
• Support leadership in analyzing, monitoring, and continually improving internal controls.

Skills

Accounting experience

Supervisory experience

Construction accounting

SOX compliance experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in financial accounting or finance

Tools

Viewpoint Vista

Job description

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Location: Lanham, Maryland

Reports To: Controller

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Travel: No

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Accounting Manager is responsible for core accounting functions, including cash management, month-end closing, financial reporting, intercompany transactions, construction accounting, tax matters, SOX compliance, and internal controls.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Oversee and support daily and monthly accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, general ledger transactions, and financial reporting.
• Complete balance sheet analysis and account reconciliations, ensuring subledgers reconcile to the general ledger.
• Maintain fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
• Monitor job costing, AIA billings, payroll tax reporting, sales and use tax returns, retention calculations, and related matters.
• Oversee monthly cash flow, billing, collections, and follow-up on outstanding billings and receivables.
• Support financial, insurance, and union-related audits.
• Interface with parent and affiliated company financial management personnel and interact with customers, auditors, suppliers, vendors, employees, and staff as required.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax requirements, including property, sales, payroll, gross receipts, franchise, and income taxes.
• Support leadership in analyzing, monitoring, and continually improving internal controls.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• 10+ years of relevant accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in financial accounting or finance.
• 5+ years of direct supervisory experience.
• Construction accounting experience, including percentage-of-completion accounting, AIA billing, union wage calculations, analysis and reporting, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with construction accounting software, particularly Viewpoint Vista, is desirable.
• Experience in a Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) environment is highly desirable.

COMPENSATION

$100,000 to $140,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications, plus annual incentive bonus eligibility.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Eligible employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage; HSA/FSA options; life and disability insurance; voluntary benefits; an Employee Assistance Program; virtual health resources; and a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match. Eligibility and coverage are subject to applicable plan terms.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.