Accounting Manager

Jobot; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Construction Accounting Manager based in San Francisco to lead accounting operations for complex Bay Area projects. You will oversee GL, AP, AR, payroll support, and month-end close with focus on accurate revenue recognition and internal controls.

Collaborate with project managers and executives to drive financial reporting, WIP analysis, and process improvements in a fast-paced construction environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of accounting experience with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Construction, real estate development, engineering, or project-based accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with job costing, WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, and project financial analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems commonly used in construction environments.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• CPA or CPA-track candidates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, and month-end close
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Review and analyze project financial performance, job costs, budgets, and WIP schedules
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition and construction accounting practices
• Lead account reconciliations and maintain strong internal controls
• Partner with project managers and operational leaders on forecasting and financial performance
• Assist with cash flow management and financial planning
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements
• Mentor and develop accounting staff while helping improve processes and efficiencies

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Advanced Excel

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

ERP accounting systems (construction)

Job description

Construction Accounting Manager based in SF!

Job details:

Salary: $100,000 - $125,000 per year

A bit about us:

A growing and well-established construction organization is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations and support the financial success of complex construction projects throughout the Bay Area.

Why join us:

This is an opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who enjoys working closely with project teams, executives, and operational leaders in a fast-paced environment. You'll play a key role in financial reporting, project accounting, process improvement, and team leadership while helping drive the success of a thriving construction business.

Job Details

What You'll Do

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, and month-end close
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Review and analyze project financial performance, job costs, budgets, and WIP schedules
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition and construction accounting practices
• Lead account reconciliations and maintain strong internal controls
• Partner with project managers and operational leaders on forecasting and financial performance
• Assist with cash flow management and financial planning
• Coordinate audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements
• Mentor and develop accounting staff while helping improve processes and efficiencies

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of accounting experience with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity
• Construction, real estate development, engineering, or project-based accounting experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with job costing, WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, and project financial analysis
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems commonly used in construction environments
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• CPA or CPA-track candidates encouraged to apply

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