Construction Accounting Manager: Drive Project Profitability

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Construction Accounting Manager to join a growing organization in Irving, TX. The role oversees job costing, project accounting, month-end close, AP/AR, budgeting, and financial reporting, partnering with project managers and operations leadership to ensure accurate costs and strong controls.

The ideal candidate has hands-on construction accounting experience, proven leadership, and the ability to drive process improvements across the finance function to support project

Qualifications

• Experience in construction accounting and job costing.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Hands-on approach to financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee job costing and project accounting activities.
• Lead month-end close and financial reporting.
• Monitor project budgets, costs, forecasts, and cost-to-complete estimates.
• Collaborate with project managers to identify variances and opportunities.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable and AR aging.
• Prepare financial reports and KPI analyses for job costs and margins.
• Support cash flow forecasting, audits, compliance, and internal controls.
• Coach and develop accounting staff and drive process improvements.
• Assist with contracts, change orders, and project-related financial matters.

Skills

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

LHH is seeking a Construction Accounting Manager to join a growing organization in Irving, TX. The role oversees job costing, project accounting, month-end close, AP/AR, budgeting, and financial reporting, partnering with project managers and operations leadership to ensure accurate costs and strong controls.

The ideal candidate has hands-on construction accounting experience, proven leadership, and the ability to drive process improvements across the finance function to support project