Engineering Finance Manager: WIP, Invoicing & Payroll Lead

Commonwealth Engineers, Inc.; Legendary Hills (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible scheduling

Professional development opportunities

Employee outings

Job summary

Commonwealth Engineers, Inc. is seeking an Accounting Manager to join our Indianapolis North Office.

You will report to the CFO and lead day-to-day accounting operations, including payroll, financial reporting, WIP, client invoicing, and contract management for a project-based engineering firm. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred) with 10+ years of progressive accounting experience in professional services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required. Master’s or CPA preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience, service-based revenue model experience preferred.
• Experience in engineering, architecture, consulting, or project-based businesses.
• Demonstrated leadership with staff supervision, coaching, and development.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with Deltek or similar project-management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage WIP reporting to track project performance, revenue recognition, and profitability.
• Assist with client invoicing for accuracy and timely billing.
• Assist with client and subconsultant contract management ensuring compliance.
• Monitor accounts receivable, support collections, and coordinate with PMs and clients on payments.
• Oversee payroll processing and related compliance.
• Assist with financial reporting and month-end/year-end closing.
• Identify process improvements to strengthen internal controls and department performance.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and professional development for accounting staff.

Skills

WIP reporting

Payroll processing

Financial reporting

Invoicing

Contract management

Leadership/mentoring

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Deltek software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Commonwealth Engineers, Inc. is seeking an Accounting Manager to join our Indianapolis North Office.

You will report to the CFO and lead day-to-day accounting operations, including payroll, financial reporting, WIP, client invoicing, and contract management for a project-based engineering firm. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred) with 10+ years of progressive accounting experience in professional services.