Manager, Accounting Project Systems

Jobtailor; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned accounting leader to oversee revenue and project accounting, ensuring GAAP compliance and accurate financial reporting. You will manage close cycles, enhance system functionality, and guide cross-functional teams through complex contracts and revenue recognition.

The role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and experience with ERP systems. You will drive internal controls, support audits, and mentor staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting, revenue accounting, project accounting, or related financial field, including leadership experience.
• CPA certification preferred
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or MBA preferred
• Experience with revenue recognition, ERP systems, financial reporting, and internal controls preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee revenue and project accounting processes, including contract evaluation, revenue recognition, project accounting activities, and financial reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, revenue recognition standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities related to revenue and project accounting
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, revenue schedules, and supporting financial documentation
• Lead administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of project accounting systems and related financial processes
• Partner with finance, operations, sales, billing, and IT teams to improve system functionality, reporting capabilities, and process effectiveness
• Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, procedures, and documentation for revenue and project accounting
• Support internal and external audits with analysis, documentation, and explanations
• Collaborate with FP&A teams on forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, and business planning
• Lead financial systems enhancements, process automation, and accounting system upgrades
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions, contracts, and revenue-related matters
• Hire, train, coach, counsel, and evaluate direct reports
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives through accounting analysis and system integration
• Develop and monitor KPIs for accounting processes and system performance
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on financial reporting accuracy, efficiency, and compliance
• Assist with special projects and business transformation initiatives affecting accounting operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Project accounting

Communication

Process improvement

Education

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

CPA certification preferred

Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting software

Excel

SQL

Job description

• Oversee revenue and project accounting processes, including contract evaluation, revenue recognition, project accounting activities, and financial reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, revenue recognition standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities related to revenue and project accounting
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, revenue schedules, and supporting financial documentation
• Lead administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of project accounting systems and related financial processes
• Partner with finance, operations, sales, billing, and information technology teams to improve system functionality, reporting capabilities, and process effectiveness
• Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, procedures, and documentation for revenue and project accounting
• Support internal and external audits with analysis, documentation, and explanations
• Collaborate with financial planning and analysis teams on forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, and business planning
• Lead financial systems enhancements, process automation, and accounting system upgrades
• Provide technical accounting guidance on complex transactions, contracts, and revenue-related matters
• Hire, train, coach, counsel, and evaluate direct reports
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives through accounting analysis and system integration
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators for accounting processes and system performance
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on financial reporting accuracy, efficiency, and compliance
• Assist with special projects and business transformation initiatives affecting accounting operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• 5+ years of experience in accounting, revenue accounting, project accounting, financial systems, audit, or a related financial field, including leadership experience
• Any combination of education and experience that provides an equivalent background
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification preferred
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred
• Experience with revenue recognition requirements, enterprise resource planning systems, financial reporting, and internal controls preferred
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, revenue accounting, and financial reporting requirements
• Understanding of project accounting processes, contract accounting, and internal control frameworks
• Experience supporting accounting systems, financial reporting applications, and process improvement initiatives
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and organizational leadership
• Ability to analyze complex financial, accounting, and systems-related information
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing work activities
• Frequent use of computers and standard office equipment
• Visual acuity sufficient to review financial data, contracts, reports, and system information
• Ability to remain focused while managing detailed accounting and system-related responsibilities

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in revenue and project accounting processes, including compliance with accounting principles and revenue recognition standards. Proven ability to lead financial systems enhancements, manage audits, and develop internal controls while collaborating with cross-functional teams.