Accounting Manager

Clark Construction Group, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan/401k

Life insurance

Job summary

Clark Construction Group, LLC is seeking an experienced accounting professional to lead revenue recognition, AR, cash, and compliance activities for construction projects. The role includes supervising 1–2 accountants and ensuring timely financial reporting and audit readiness.

Responsibilities encompass policy development, internal controls, technical accounting research, and collaboration with the Accounting Director on IT and process-improvement initiatives to support multiple active project

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Accounting or Finance with at least 4 years of progressive related work experience; CPA preferred
• Familiarity with accounting processes and generally accepted accounting principles and controls
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office
• Experience leading project based initiatives for cross-functional teams; relationship builder
• Experience with Hyperion and Oracle tools a plus
• Strong service orientation and team player
• Initiative, responsibility, integrity and collaboration are valued
• Positive attitude, flexible with high energy and enthusiasm
• Able to grasp new concepts quickly and understand complex data relationships
• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization abilities
• Hands-on analytic/problem-solving capabilities; detail-oriented
• Solid system implementation or upgrade experience are a must

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise revenue, accounts receivable, cash, and compliance accounting for construction activities
• Prepare year-end and preliminary audit schedules and footnote disclosures for external auditors
• Develop and enforce policies and procedures for strong internal controls
• Document processes to ensure GAAP compliance and DCAA timelines
• Provide technical accounting research on revenue recognition guidance
• Manage one to two accountants while contributing as an individual
• Prepare and review monthly journal entries for construction accounting and consolidation
• Oversee setup and closeout of construction jobs, report on active jobs, purge completed jobs
• Collaborate with Accounting Director on project plans for IT/business initiatives
• Lead cross-functional teams on Master Data, General Ledger, and Cash Management/AR projects
• Document end-user requirements and train users on new tools
• Identify areas to streamline reporting for internal/external stakeholders
• Provide accounting support for new business lines and departmental initiatives

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Microsoft Office

Project leadership

Hyperion

Oracle

Communication skills

Team player

Education

BS/BA in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Hyperion

Oracle

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and prepare year-end and preliminary audit schedules (PBCs) and footnote disclosures for external auditors as it relates to revenue recognition accounting and reporting.
• Perform/supervise the accounting function for Revenue, Accounts Receivable, Cash, and Compliance-related items in support of construction activities, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce policies and procedures for financial operations to ensure strong internal controls are in place.
• Document accounting processes to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and DCAA reporting timelines and requirements.
• Perform technical accounting research as needed in support of revenue recognition accounting standards and serve as subject matter expert to management on the application of new guidance to our construction activities.
• Perform as an individual contributor and manage one to two accountants.
• Prepare and/or review monthly journal entries in support of construction accounting transactions and consolidation requirements.
• Manage the setup and closeout of all construction jobs - 1) review and assign new job numbers; 2) account and report on active jobs; and 3) ensure all completed jobs are properly purged in the system.
• Work closely with the Accounting Director to design project plans to meet the demands of the IT/Business initiatives, and process improvement within the Accounting Department.
• Lead and/or participate in cross functional project teams in support Master Data, General Ledger and Cash Management/Accounts Receivable initiatives.
• Prepare and/or lead documentation of end-user requirements over current procedures in the Accounting Department.
• Train end-users and perform testing of new tools to automate data entry/high-volume and low value activities.
• Identify and recommend areas for streamlining reporting to internal and external customers for redundant and low-value add activities.
• Provide accounting and financial reporting support to senior management for new business line (s).
• Support department initiatives, as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Accounting or Finance with at least 4 years of progressive related work experience; CPA preferred
• Familiarity with accounting processes and generally accepted accounting principles and controls.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Experience leading project based initiatives for cross-functional teams; relationship builder.
• Experience with Hyperion and Oracle tools a plus.
• Strong service orientation and team player.
• High degree of initiative, personal responsibility, strong integrity and collaborative.
• Positive attitude, flexible, and high-level of enthusiasm and energy.
• Able to grasp new concepts quickly; and strong ability to grasp complex data relationships and information logic.
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to effectively communicate in writing or orally.
• Strong organizational skills and effective in prioritizing work and following through on commitments.
• Exceptional analytic/ problem-solving skills; able to get into the details and fix problems (must be hands-on)
• Solid system implementation skills; system upgrades or system conversion experience a must.

Compensation and Benefits

Clark offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, commuter benefit, short & long term disability, fitness reimbursement, FSA, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare, tutoring & family support benefits, EAP/Work-Life assistance, and a holiday contribution program. For this role the base salary range is $70,000 - $150,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work. https://www.clarkconstruction.com/careers/clark-experience Clark Construction Group is one of the largest building and infrastructure companies in the United States. Our portfolio spans every major building market, from public to private, corporate to cultural, education to entertainment, and the infrastructure connecting it all – power, transportation, water, and roadways. Since 1906, we’ve been delighting and delivering value to our clients and project partners, providing diverse opportunities for our team, and strengthening the communities where we live. With offices strategically located across the country, we pride ourselves on being a local builder with national reach. Learn more about Clark Construction. There is a sense of camaraderie that comes with delivering impactful projects as a team. It creates a sense of humility and fosters pride in the work we do. At Clark, we are proud to build what matters, together. Learn more about careers at Clark. Find even more opportunities with the Clark Group, our collection of companies – delivering construction and asset solutions for clients across the United States. Clark Group's capabilities span the entire asset lifecycle – from project development and financing to construction and facility maintenance. Asset Solutions Altura Associates Coda Edgemoor Infrastructure & Real Estate S2N Technology Group Building & Infrastructure Atkinson Construction Shirley Contracting Company C3M Power Systems

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark promotes a drug-free workplace. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA). Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Authorization to Work Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis in order to be considered.