Branch Accountant: Project Finance Lead

Keller Management Services, LLC; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Keller Management Services, LLC is seeking a Branch Accountant for the Cleveland, OH area. You will manage project accounting, revenue recognition, and financial controls to support Keller North America projects.

Collaborate with Project Managers and field operations to ensure accurate reporting, forecast, and month-end close. Strong knowledge of IFRS/ASC and ERP systems, with attention to detail and strong communication skills, is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA designation or active progress toward certification or CCIFP designation is a plus.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction, engineering, project-based, industrial, or multi-location environments.
• Experience with project accounting, job cost accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and monthly close processes.
• Working knowledge of project accounting principles and revenue recognition requirements (IFRS 15 or ASC 606) preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with advanced Excel skills including Pivot-Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, complex formulas, and financial analysis.
• Strong ERP system skills with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies (SAP, Oracle, Dynamics, Viewpoint, JD Edwards, etc.).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills; able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; capable of working with project teams, field personnel, leadership, vendors, and corporate departments.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while maintaining collaboration across teams.
• High attention to detail, confidentiality, and accountability in handling sensitive financial information.
• Customer-focused mindset with commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Participate in bid and contract reviews by providing financial and commercial input on contract terms, cost assumptions, payment terms, cash flow, bonding requirements, and bid risks.
• Own job cost integrity, ensuring accurate cost capture, coding, and alignment to contract scope
• Manage revenue recognition (IFRS 15 or ASC 606), including progress measurement, change orders, and claims
• Oversee billings, collections, and AR performance, supporting cash flow and DSO management
• Partner with PMs on forecasting (EAC/ETC), variance analysis, and margin tracking
• Lead and participate in weekly/monthly project reviews, identifying risks and opportunities early
• Support project Lien and Insurance processes by obtaining appropriate certificates and legal documents.
• Lead branch-level month-end close, including accruals, reconciliations, and cut-off procedures
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reporting for the branch
• Provide variance analysis and performance commentary for regional review
• Support audit processes, ensuring documentation and explanations are complete and accurate
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies, IFRS/ASC standards, and internal controls
• Maintain audit-ready documentation; monitor compliance with contract, billing, and approval processes
• Function as the first line of financial control at the branch level
• Serve as the primary finance partner to Project Managers and branch leadership
• Provide actionable insight on project performance, cost control, and margin protection
• Challenge forecast assumptions, budgets, and execution strategy
• Support operational decision-making across pricing, staffing, procurement, and execution
• Drive financial discipline and accountability within project teams

Skills

Excel advanced

Financial analysis

Project accounting

ERP systems

IFRS/ASC knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Viewpoint

JD Edwards

Job description

Keller Management Services, LLC is seeking a Branch Accountant for the Cleveland, OH area. You will manage project accounting, revenue recognition, and financial controls to support Keller North America projects.

Collaborate with Project Managers and field operations to ensure accurate reporting, forecast, and month-end close. Strong knowledge of IFRS/ASC and ERP systems, with attention to detail and strong communication skills, is required.