Assistant Accounting Manager — Finance Leader in Construction

PCL Construction, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 96,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Annual bonus

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Parental leave

Professional development

Mentorship programs

Job summary

At PCL Construction Services, Inc., an employee-owned company, the Assistant Accounting Manager will support district accounting operations, maintain internal controls, and ensure accurate reporting. The role focuses on hands-on accounting with emerging leadership responsibilities, contributing to team development and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Key activities include overseeing accounts payable/receivable, payroll, general ledger, and close processes, plus

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience, with exposure to team support or informal leadership responsibilities.
• Strong full-cycle accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Construction or related industry experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and deadline discipline.
• ERP and reporting system experience; Oracle preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support district accounting operations by contributing to accurate reporting and internal controls.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger, and month-end/year-end close.
• Assist in preparation and review of financial submissions and reports.
• Contribute to financial reporting and analysis to support leadership decision-making.
• Identify risks, opportunities, and performance drivers with forward-looking analysis.
• Participate in planning and forecasting activities aligned with district and corporate objectives.
• Maintain and support internal controls, audit activities, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor documentation such as insurance, bonding, workers’ compensation, lien waivers to stay current.
• Participate in continuous improvement of accounting systems and processes.

Skills

GAAP

Communication

Organization

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Oracle

Job description

At PCL Construction Services, Inc., an employee-owned company, the Assistant Accounting Manager will support district accounting operations, maintain internal controls, and ensure accurate reporting. The role focuses on hands-on accounting with emerging leadership responsibilities, contributing to team development and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Key activities include overseeing accounts payable/receivable, payroll, general ledger, and close processes, plus