Accounting Manager / Controller

Dvorak LLC; Dundalk (MD); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Dvorak, LLC is seeking an experienced accounting leader to oversee our accounting operations in Dundalk, MD with a hybrid work model. You will manage a Payroll Specialist and an A/R Specialist, ensure accurate financial reporting, and partner with leadership to drive strategic business decisions.

The role involves overseeing general ledger close, job cost accounting, construction billing, budgeting, and audits while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in construction or contracting.
• Strong knowledge of job cost accounting and construction billing practices.
• Experience leading or mentoring accounting staff.
• Vista experience strongly preferred; advanced Excel and financial reporting skills.
• High attention to detail, strong judgement, and excellent communication skills - this role partners closely with operations, project managers, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and payroll staff; set clear expectations and accountability standards.
• Oversee general ledger reviews, monthly reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close.
• Manage AR processes including progress billings, retainage, lien waivers, and job cost accounting.
• Oversee AP operations, invoice coding, vendor relationships, and weekly check runs.
• Audit payroll for accuracy and compliance, including certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements.
• Lead annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting; analyze trends and variances for leadership.
• Support audits, bonding, and compliance documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Payroll

GL close

Job cost accounting

Construction billing

Financial reporting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Vista

Excel

Job description

ABOUT US

Dvorak, LLC leads the way across the Mid-Atlantic region, building heavy and commercial electrical systems to the highest standards that modern construction demands. We are committed to maintaining long-term, positive customer relationships while providing opportunities for growth and development for our team members.

Our mission is to deliver exceptional heavy electrical construction services through our highly skilled team, a strong family-oriented culture, and an unwavering commitment to safety and quality.

Our vision is to be recognized as the premier heavy electrical construction contracting company - setting the standard for excellence, collaboration, and reliability in the industry.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We're growing - and looking to add more depth and experience to our accounting leadership. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing Dvorak's accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting across the company. You'll lead and develop a small team (a Payroll Specialist and an A/R Specialist), establish strong internal controls, and serve as a strategic partner to leadership - providing the financial insight and analysis that supports smart, long-term business decisions.

Title and level are flexible depending on background and experience.

What We're Looking For

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and payroll staff; set clear expectations and accountability standards
• Oversee general ledger reviews, monthly reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close
• Manage AR processes including progress billings, retainage, lien waivers, and job cost accounting
• Oversee AP operations, invoice coding, vendor relationships, and weekly check runs
• Audit payroll for accuracy and compliance, including certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements
• Lead annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting; analyze trends and variances for leadership
• Support audits, bonding, and compliance documentation

Certifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in construction or contracting
• Strong knowledge of job cost accounting and construction billing practices
• Experience leading or mentoring accounting staff
• Vista experience strongly preferred; advanced Excel and financial reporting skills
• High attention to detail, strong judgement, and excellent communication skills - this role partners closely with operations, project managers, and leadership

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Opportunities for growth within a premier heavy electrical contractor
• Supportive, family-oriented team environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year (based upon experience) + bonus opportunity

Work Location: Dundalk Office / Hybrid

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Dvorak, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.