Accounting Projects & Integration Manager

Southern Industrial Constructors, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Industrial Constructors, Inc. is seeking an Accounting Projects & Integration Manager in Raleigh, NC.

The role leads strategic initiatives to enhance the accounting function's effectiveness, scalability, and consistency, acting as a liaison between Accounting, Operations, IT, and acquired units to drive integrations and implement new technologies. The position manages cross-functional projects, improves processes, develops training, and supports ERP implementations to ensure accurate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years progressive accounting, finance, or audit.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience developing and delivering training programs.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic projects that enhance accounting effectiveness, scalability, and consistency.
• Coordinate accounting integration for acquisitions and ensure onboarding of new processes and controls.
• Develop and deliver accounting training programs for leaders and staff; create SOPs and guides.
• Lead or participate in ERP and financial software enhancements; coordinate testing and rollout.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

We perform installation, rigging, millwrighting, and maintenance for manufacturing and industrial markets across the Southeast.

Job Summary

Southern Industrial Constructors, INC. is hiring for a Accounting Projects & Intergration Manager in the Raleigh, NC location. The Accounting Projects & Integration Manager leads strategic initiatives that enhance the effectiveness, scalability, and consistency of the accounting function. This role serves as a key liaison between Accounting, Operations, IT, and acquired business units to drive successful integrations, implement process improvements, coordinate accounting-related training, and support the deployment of new technologies and systems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Projects & Process Improvement

• Lead special projects that support the Accounting Department's strategic objectives.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, efficiency, and data accuracy.
• Develop and implement standardized accounting procedures across the organization.
• Partner with department leaders to streamline workflows and eliminate process bottlenecks.
• Monitor project timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure successful implementation.

Acquisition Integration

• Lead accounting integration activities for newly acquired companies and business units.
• Coordinate the transition of accounting processes, financial reporting, internal controls, and policies into the company's operating framework.
• Collaborate with operational leaders to ensure smooth onboarding and adoption of accounting standards and procedures.
• Assist with due diligence and post-acquisition integration planning as needed.
• Track and communicate integration progress to accounting and executive leadership.

Training & Operational Support

• Develop and deliver accounting-related training programs for operational leaders and staff.
• Create training materials, reference guides, and standard operating procedures.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on accounting policies and procedures.
• Support ongoing education initiatives to improve financial literacy and compliance across operations.

Systems & Technology Implementation

• Lead or participate in the implementation of accounting systems, ERP enhancements, and financial software solutions.
• Coordinate user acceptance testing, training, data validation, and system rollout activities.
• Partner with IT and third-party vendors to ensure successful project execution.
• Evaluate existing financial systems and recommend enhancements to improve reporting and operational efficiency.

Required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting, finance, or audit.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience developing and delivering training programs.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.

Preferred

• Experience with mergers and acquisitions integrations.
• Experience implementing ERP or financial systems.
• Project management certification (PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar).
• Experience in multi-location or acquisitive organizations.

Key Competencies

• Project Management
• Process Improvement
• Accounting Operations
• Training & Development
• Systems Implementation
• Effective Communication
• Problem Solving

Work Environment

• Office-based role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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