Director, Construction Accounting & Project Costing

Cherry Bekaert; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert LLP seeks an experienced accounting leader to run operations, close, and project accounting for a fast-growing datacenter construction and systems integration firm in Northern Virginia. Reporting to the CFO, you will manage two Managers and their teams across multiple entities.

You will own the close, project accounting, and internal controls, with focus on accurate financial reporting, audits, and process improvements; in-office four days weekly in Fairfax County.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Construction or project-based accounting experience (job costing, WIP) is required.
• Experience leading a department of at least 5 people and cross-functional collaboration.
• ASC 606 revenue recognition for long-term contracts is expected.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, financial statements, and general ledger – delivering accurate results on a set calendar.
• Oversee job costing and the monthly WIP schedule, including estimated costs to complete, over/under billings, retainage, and change orders, to determine true project margins.
• Manage the annual financial statement audit and serve as day-to-day contact for outside auditors; enforce internal controls across entities.
• Produce monthly reporting, KPIs, project profitability, and budget-to-actual analyses for CFO and executives.
• Lead improvements to accounting systems, reporting, and workflows; align ERP across entities and standardize close and reporting processes.
• Develop and coach accounting staff; set priorities and timelines for close and reporting calendars.

Skills

Leadership

Project accounting

US GAAP

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Education

BS/BA in Accounting or Finance

Active CPA preferred

Tools

NetSuite

ERP systems

Job description

Cherry Bekaert LLP seeks an experienced accounting leader to run operations, close, and project accounting for a fast-growing datacenter construction and systems integration firm in Northern Virginia. Reporting to the CFO, you will manage two Managers and their teams across multiple entities.

You will own the close, project accounting, and internal controls, with focus on accurate financial reporting, audits, and process improvements; in-office four days weekly in Fairfax County.