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Orion Placement

Springfield (MA)

On-site

USD 135,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement in Springfield, MA seeks a seasoned accounting leader to oversee day-to-day accounting operations for a growing, project-driven construction organization. You will manage month-end close, project accounting, WIP reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and internal controls while partnering with executives to shape strategy, profitability, and financial performance.

This full-time, on-site role offers a comprehensive benefits package, opportunity to lead a talented team, and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
Minimum 1+ year of construction or mechanical contracting experience.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
Experience with job costing and WIP reporting preferred.
Experience with Sage Timberline/Sage 300 CRE or similar construction accounting software preferred.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
CPA or CMA preferred but not required.
Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Lead all day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, billing, and fixed assets.
Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes with accurate financial reporting.
Prepare financial statements, executive dashboards, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
Oversee job costing, project accounting, Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, and revenue recognition.
Partner with Project Managers to monitor project performance, profitability, budgets, and financial risks.
Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, working capital, and treasury activities.
Oversee billing, collections, accounts receivable, and cash management.
Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial compliance.
Coordinate audits, tax filings, insurance, bonding, and regulatory reporting.
Improve accounting systems, financial reporting, and operational processes.
Recruit, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience

1+ year construction/mechanical contracting experience

Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills

Tools

Sage Timberline/Sage 300 CRE

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Job description

Pay

$135,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

Play a key leadership role in shaping the financial success of a growing, project-driven construction organization.
Partner directly with executive leadership to influence strategy, profitability, and operational performance.
Lead a talented accounting team while driving process improvements and financial best practices.
Gain broad exposure across project accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and business operations.
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition assistance, paid parental leave, and bonus potential.
Join a stable company with a strong reputation and long-term commitment to employee growth.

Location

Springfield, MA – This is a full-time, on-site leadership opportunity where you’ll work closely with executives, project managers, and operations teams to drive business success.

Note

Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, along with 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience and at least 1 year of construction or mechanical contracting experience.

About Us

We’re a well-established, project-driven organization committed to delivering exceptional results through financial excellence, operational collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our team values integrity, innovation, accountability, and professional growth. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

Lead all day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, billing, and fixed assets.
Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes with accurate financial reporting.
Prepare financial statements, executive dashboards, budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.
Oversee job costing, project accounting, Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting, and revenue recognition.
Partner with Project Managers to monitor project performance, profitability, budgets, and financial risks.
Manage cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, working capital, and treasury activities.
Oversee billing, collections, accounts receivable, and cash management.
Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial compliance.
Coordinate audits, tax filings, insurance, bonding, and regulatory reporting.
Improve accounting systems, financial reporting, and operational processes.
Recruit, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
Minimum 1+ year of construction or mechanical contracting experience.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
Experience with job costing and WIP reporting preferred.
Experience with Sage Timberline/Sage 300 CRE or similar construction accounting software preferred.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
CPA or CMA preferred but not required.
Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You’ll join a collaborative leadership team where your financial expertise directly influences company performance. We believe in empowering our employees, investing in professional development, and creating opportunities to make a lasting impact on the business.

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