Construction Accounting Manager

Pugh Executive Search; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible in-office hours to support work-life balance

Collaborative culture

High-visibility position supporting major projects

Job summary

A Dallas-based construction firm is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee job costing and project accounting for construction projects across Texas. The ideal candidate will manage all accounting activities, ensure GAAP compliance, and work closely with operations leadership to maintain financial accuracy. This in-office role offers flexible hours to support work-life balance and presents an exciting opportunity for professional growth within a stable and growing company.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction accounting or job costing is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles.
• Ability to work on-site with a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting activities related to job costing, including budgets and cost tracking.
• Oversee the month-end close process for construction projects.
• Review and reconcile project financials and variance analyses.

Skills

Construction accounting or job costing

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Our Dallas‑based construction client is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee the full job‑costing and project‑accounting function for construction projects across Texas. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who understands the pace and complexity of construction operations and enjoys being close to the work.

This is an in‑office role, but the company offers flexible hours to help employees manage the Dallas commute.

What You’ll Do

• Manage all accounting activities related to job costing, including budgets, cost tracking, committed costs, change orders, and project profitability
• Oversee the month‑end close process for construction projects and assist with corporate accounting
• Review and reconcile project financials, WIP schedules, and variance analyses
• Partner closely with project managers, superintendents, and operations leadership to ensure accurate and timely financial information
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure compliance with internal controls and GAAP
• Support preparation of financial statements and management reporting
• Assist with external audits and provide supporting documentation as needed
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve reporting, and strengthen financial accuracy

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• Experience in construction accounting or job costing is strongly preferred
• CPA is not required
• Audit experience (public or internal) is a plus
• Strong understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles
• Ability to work on‑site with a flexible schedule
• Excellent communication skills and comfort working with field and operations teams
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Why This Role Stands Out

• High‑visibility position supporting major construction projects across Texas
• Stable, growing company with a collaborative culture
• Flexible in‑office hours to support work‑life balance
• Opportunity to own the job‑costing function and influence financial accuracy and project performance