Business Manager

Clark Group; Renton, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Clark Construction Group, LLC seeks a Project Accountant to manage owner pay applications, subcontractor payments, and monthly cost reports for high‑dollar civil projects in the United States. You will lead contract administration, change orders, and financial forecasting.

The role requires a bachelor's in a business-related field and strong Excel skills; familiarity with SAP, Textura, or Coupa is a plus. Expect a demanding, fast-paced environment with long hours during critical milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Careful attention to detail and reliability of output.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Compiling owner pay applications.
• Internal audit finding resolution.
• Subcontractor requisition and accounts payable processing.
• Consumable materials purchasing and equipment inventory monitoring.
• Assist with project setup, closeout, and owner contract review and readiness.
• Lien waiver and insurance administration.
• Support the monthly project financial forecast.
• Prepare monthly cost reports.
• Lead all activities related to contract administration, change orders, procurement, and financial reporting.
• Prepare and submit monthly job status reports outlining project priorities and issues.

Job description

About Atkinson Building our nation's infrastructure since 1926, Atkinson provides innovative design and construction solutions for heavy civil projects. We are committed to safely delivering complex, quality projects while building long-lasting, collaborative relationships with our clients.

Responsibilities

• Compiling owner pay applications
• Internal audit finding resolution
• Subcontractor requisition and accounts payable processing
• Consumable materials purchasing and equipment inventory monitoring
• Assist with project setup, closeout, and owner contract review and readiness
• Lien waiver and insurance administration
• Support the monthly project financial forecast
• Prepare monthly cost reports
• Key performance indicator monitoring
• Process innovation and improvement
• Project cash-flow monitoring and forecasting
• Produce the month-end financial reporting, including equipment billing, subcontractor payments, and owner payments
• Change Order Monitoring and Reconciliation
• Lead all activities related to contract administration, change orders, procurement, and financial reporting
• Have thorough knowledge of the company contracts and an understanding of all parties involved
• Facilitate project meetings to successfully coordinate work activit
• Lead, train, and develop project team members
• Prepare and submit monthly job status reports that outline project priorities and issues
• Lead project close-out of the project, including turnover of manuals and warranties, and preparation of final payment documents for subcontractors
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with counterparts at owner, engineering, and design firms
• Establish a deadline and monitor the progress of the project
• Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work
• Exceed our stakeholders’ expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or other business-related fields or similar relevant work experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Careful attention to detail and reliability of output
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced team environment
• Must be intermediate (above average) in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executes

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience with SAP
• Experience with Textura, Coupa, or Google platforms is a plus
• Highly motivated individual with strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills

The Physical Side of the Role

Given that a good portion of your day will be spent at a desk, you should be comfortable with prolonged periods of focused work, whether it's collaborating with colleagues, analyzing data, or developing strategies. The role demands effective communication and sharp visual acuity for reviewing complex documents and performing detailed computer work.

Your Work Environment

Your primary workspace will be in our professional office, which has a typical, quiet-to-moderate noise and light levels. As part of your work, you may also be required to visit active construction sites. These environments are naturally more dynamic and can include exposure to outdoor weather conditions, louder noise, and moving equipment. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Atkinson’s safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.

Our High-Performing Culture

This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Beyond regular working hours, there will be occasions where business needs require your attention, particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. You are expected to monitor and respond to communications (phone calls, emails, text messages) as required to address these situations effectively. Your ability to manage these expectations and be responsive when critical issues arise is key to your success in this role and our collective success as a team.

A Drug Free Workplace

Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests.

Atkinson offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, commuter benefit, short & long term disability, fitness reimbursement, FSA, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare, tutoring & family support benefits, EAP/Work-Life assistance, and a holiday contribution program. For this role the base salary range is $78,000 - 110,000 Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Founded in 1926, Atkinson Construction is one of the most experienced and diverse civil contractors in the United States. Recognized for excellence in constructing highly-engineered and complex projects, Atkinson provides sophisticated and innovative heavy civil solutions for clients across the country. Atkinson is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Clark Construction Group.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Clark promotes a drug-free workplace.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Clark is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please email [e-mail] or call [phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Authorization to Work Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis in order to be considered.