Finance Manager - Construction Accounting & Growth

Haddad Plumbing; Newark, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Opportunities for Career Growth andAdv

Job summary

Haddad Plumbing and Heating Inc. in Newark, NJ is seeking a Finance Manager to lead daily financial operations, including accounting, payroll oversight, job costing, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

You will coordinate with project managers and purchasing, oversee KPI programs, and mentor accounting staff while ensuring compliance with internal controls. A bachelor's in accounting/finance with 5+ years in construction accounting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting, finance, or construction accounting experience
• Strong understanding of job costing and project-based accounting
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Proven ability to manage, train, and develop employees
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive projects to completion
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software
• Experience with Sage 100 Contractor preferred
• Experience in construction, plumbing, HVAC, or other skilled trades preferred
• Demonstrated record of improving financial performance and operational efficiency
• Bilingual in Spanish or Portuguese is a plus

Responsibilities

• Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Bank Reconciliations, and Credit Card Reconciliations
• Monitor and review job costing, project budgets, profitability, and Work-in-Progress (WIP) reports
• Prepare monthly forecasts, profitability studies, expense analyses, and financial reports for management
• Manage accounts receivable collections and ensure timely customer billing, including AIA billing and requisitions
• Review and maintain accurate accounting of project change orders, contracts, lien waivers, bonds, and insurance requirements
• Work closely with Project Managers and Purchasing to review budgets, estimates, and project costs
• Prepare and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements
• Coordinate with outside accountants and auditors as necessary
• Oversee payroll processes and coordinate time transfers between ExakTime, Sage, and iSolved
• Manage and optimize financial systems, including Sage 100 Contractor
• Improve financial processes, reporting capabilities, and internal workflows
• Develop and maintain Finance Department Standard Operating Procedures
• Oversee implementation and monitoring of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) programs
• Manage, train, mentor, and develop accounting personnel, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll staff
• Partner with ownership and management to support company objectives and cost-improvement initiatives
• Other duties as assigned by the President and CFO

Skills

Job costing

Financial reporting

Staff development

Analytical skills

Time management

Bilingual (Spanish/Portuguese)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Sage 100 Contractor

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Haddad Plumbing and Heating Inc. in Newark, NJ is seeking a Finance Manager to lead daily financial operations, including accounting, payroll oversight, job costing, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

You will coordinate with project managers and purchasing, oversee KPI programs, and mentor accounting staff while ensuring compliance with internal controls. A bachelor's in accounting/finance with 5+ years in construction accounting is preferred.