Construction Finance Manager – Project Accounting Lead

DiGeronimo Companies; Brecksville (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

FSA/HSA

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) + Company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and PTO

Training program

Career advancement

Job summary

Independence Construction, part of the DiGeronimo Companies, is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead our accounting and finance functions in Northeast Ohio. The role emphasizes financial reporting, project accounting, budgeting, and internal controls while developing the accounting team.

You will partner with project management and operations to deliver accurate and timely project financial reporting, oversee system improvements, and drive process enhancements across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA certification a plus.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Construction industry or project-based accounting experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Oversee general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and schedules.
• Oversee project accounting and job-cost reporting across the project portfolio.
• Partner with project management and operations to support timely project reporting.
• Assist with the budgeting process and ongoing financial forecasting.
• Maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of accounting operations.
• Support the implementation and optimization of accounting systems and reporting tools.
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
• Assist with special projects and other initiatives as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Independence Construction, part of the DiGeronimo Companies, is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead our accounting and finance functions in Northeast Ohio. The role emphasizes financial reporting, project accounting, budgeting, and internal controls while developing the accounting team.

You will partner with project management and operations to deliver accurate and timely project financial reporting, oversee system improvements, and drive process enhancements across the organization.