Accounting Manager - GL and AR (Roofing & Solar)

MARS Builder Solutions

Escondido (CA)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 140,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

MARS Builder Solutions in Escondido, CA, is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the General Ledger and Accounts Receivable across Roofing and Solar divisions. You will drive month-end close, AR processes, and billing accuracy, partnering with the Controller and CFO in a fast-growing energy-oriented company.

The role requires 7+ years in accounting with AR and GL responsibilities, strong leadership, and excellent Excel skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
7+ years of progressive accounting experience including AR and GL/month-end close
2+ years of supervising or leading an accounting/AR team
Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
Experience with high-volume multi-customer aging portfolios
Advanced Excel skills
Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines, especially during month-end close

Responsibilities

Own the AR portion of the month-end close for Roofing and Solar entities
Prepare AR-related journal entries, accruals, and reclasses as needed
Reconcile AR subledger, retention, and customer deposit accounts to the General Ledger
Assist with significant accounting estimates such as WIP, warranty reserves, and doubtful accounts
Oversee intercompany activity and allocation entries
Review ASC 842 lease accounting entries and inventory reconciliations
Review reconciliations prepared by the Senior Accountant and other liabilities
Manage month-end close checklist with Controller
Lead AR team and set priorities to meet billing and collection goals
Oversee invoicing in NetSuite based on milestones and change orders
Ensure accurate progress billings and retainage
Monitor unbilled work and retention balances for revenue capture
Prepare AR reporting and dashboards for leadership
Develop AR policies and internal controls
Support year-end audits and system implementations

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Leadership and communication

Prioritization under close deadlines

Journal entries and AR/GL close

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Ramp

Job description

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Accounting Manager - GL and AR (Roofing & Solar)

ADMIN FINANCE & ACCOUNT Full Time Management Escondido, CA, US

Salary Range: $120,000.00 To $140,000.00 Annually

Position Title: Accounting Manager - General Ledger and Accounts Receivable (Roofing & Solar)

Department: Accounting & Finance

Reports To: Controller

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

About MARS Home Solutions:

MARS Builder Solutions partners with residential homebuilders to deliver high-quality roofing and solar solutions throughout new construction communities and residential homes. We are committed to exceptional customer service, operational excellence, and building long-term relationships with our builder partners. As a growing organization, we take pride in developing talented team members who help drive our continued success while supporting the communities we serve.

Position Summary:

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the General Ledger and leading the Accounts Receivable function across MARS Builder Solutions' Roofing and Solar divisions. Working closely with the Controller, this role supports financial reporting, month-end close activities, and key accounting estimates and accruals. The Accounting Manager also oversees the full order-to-cash cycle, develops the AR team, and partners with operational leaders to drive accurate billing and timely collections. This is a hands‑on leadership role ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, growing organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Month-End Close & Financial Reporting

Own the Accounts Receivable portion of the month‑end close for the Roofing and Solar entities
Prepare AR‑related journal entries, accruals, and reclasses as needed
Reconcile AR subledger, retention, and customer deposit accounts to the General Ledger
Assist with significant accounting estimate journal entries such as WIP, warranty reserves, and allowance for doubtful accounts
Oversee intercompany activity between the Roofing and Solar entities and manage allocation entries
Review lease accounting entries (ASC 842) and oversee inventory account reconciliations and quarterly physical counts
Review account reconciliations prepared by the Senior Accountant, including cash, credit cards, prepaids, and fixed assets
Assist with other current and non‑current liability reconciliations, including Accounts Payable, and propose adjustments
Manage the month‑end close checklist in close partnership with the Controller to ensure all close entries are recorded, and all balance sheet accounts are properly reconciled
Review the monthly balance sheets and income statements across the Roofing and Solar entities and propose correcting entries to the Controller as needed

Accounts Receivable Leadership

Lead, supervise, and develop the Accounts Receivable team supporting the Roofing and Solar divisions
Set team priorities, assign customer portfolios, and balance workloads to meet billing and collection goals
Review billing, cash application, credit memos, and adjustments for accuracy and compliance with company policy
Serve as the escalation point for complex billing disputes, customer issues, and collection risks, collaborating closely with the Controller and Operations team
Establish AR performance targets and monitor results, including DSO, aging, and collection effectiveness
Direct collection efforts across homebuilder, general contractor, and retail customer accounts
Partner with project managers and operations leaders to resolve payment disputes and remove obstacles to collection
Manage California preliminary notices, conditional and unconditional lien waivers, and mechanic's lien and bond claim filings within required deadlines
Recommend credit limits, payment terms, write‑offs, and bad debt reserves to the Controller

Billing & Revenue Capture

Oversee customer invoicing in NetSuite for both divisions based on completed work, contract milestones, schedules of values, and approved change orders, leveraging AI‑enabled tools and automation
Ensure progress billings, AIA‑style pay applications, and retention billings are prepared accurately and on time
Oversee invoice submission through builder and general contractor portals such as SupplyPro, Procore, Textura, and GCPay, or via email
Ensure required supporting documentation is complete and submitted on time, including lien waivers, compliance documents, signoffs, and certified payroll records
Monitor unbilled work, change orders, and retention balances to ensure timely and complete revenue capture

Reporting & Process Improvement

Prepare weekly and monthly AR reporting for leadership, including aging, cash forecasts, and collection trends
Identify and implement improvements to invoicing and collections, including automation within NetSuite
Develop and maintain AR policies, procedures, and internal controls
Maintain accurate customer master records, billing terms, and contract information
Assist with managing the expense and procure‑to‑pay (P2P) systems and policies in close partnership with the Controller and CFO
Contribute analysis and key insights to AR and financial reporting metric dashboards
Research technical accounting issues under applicable ASC guidance and prepare memos supporting the company’s accounting positions
Assist with year‑end audit schedules and reporting, and support system implementations as they arise

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Accounts Receivable and General Ledger/month‑end close responsibilities
2+ years of experience supervising or leading an accounting and/or AR team
Experience preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
Demonstrated success managing a high‑volume, multi‑customer aging portfolio
Advanced Excel skills
Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship‑building skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines, especially during month‑end close

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in roofing, solar, construction, homebuilding, or other project‑based industries
Experience with NetSuite ERP and Ramp
Knowledge of schedules of values, retention, WIP reporting, and change order billing
Familiarity with AIA billing and construction payment platforms such as SupplyPro, Procore, Textura, FullClarity, or GCPay
Knowledge of California preliminary notices, lien waivers, and mechanic's liens
Experience supporting multi‑entity organizations and intercompany accounting
Experience using AI tools such as Claude Cowork for accounting workflows
Experience with ASC 842, inventory accounting, and WIP/percentage‑of‑completion

Physical Requirements:

Ability to remain seated and work at a computer for extended periods
Occasional travel to builder offices, jobsites, or company locations as needed
Ability to occasionally lift and carry office materials weighing up to twenty pounds

This is a hybrid position based in our Escondido, California office, with 2–3 days per week on‑site. The role requires extended periods of computer work. Standard business hours apply, with occasional additional hours needed during month‑end close, year‑end audit, and other peak accounting periods.