Manager, Corporate Accounting

HITT Contracting Inc.; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management company located in Falls Church, Virginia, is seeking a Corporate Accounting Manager to lead their accounting team. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with GAAP, manage month-end close activities, and develop strategies for financial reporting. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, have over 5 years of accounting experience, and ideally hold a CPA license. The role emphasizes strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively within teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
• 2+ years of experience as an accounting manager or similar position.
• CPA license highly preferred.
• Experience in the construction or general contractor industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies.
• Manage month-end close activities and account reconciliations.
• Report financial results in accordance with GAAP.
• Develop and maintain a high-performing accounting organization.
• Communicate and enforce accounting policies.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Superior time management skills

Ability to develop effective solutions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Oracle EPM

Oracle FCC

Oracle ARC

JD Edwards

Job description

Overview

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or career path, if you share our vision to create extraordinary experiences, you belong at HITT.

Manager, Corporate Accounting

Job Description

The Corporate Accounting Manager will lead a team of motivated Associates who are responsible for the general ledger, reconciliation, and month-end close functions of the company. This is an opportunity for someone with a strong industry acumen and thorough knowledge of full cycle of operational accounting and GAAP reporting. The ideal candidate possesses strong interpersonal skills, takes initiative to drive action, and can work under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that accounting practices are fully compliant with GAAP, internal policies, and internal control requirements.
• Manage month-end close activities including accurate and timely review of journal entries and account reconciliations of the balance sheet and all related sub-ledgers (i.e. fixed assets, accounts receivable, bank statements/activity, WIP analysis, etc.).
• Responsible for the accurate reporting of financial results including but not limited to monthly reporting, quarterly GAAP financials and board reports, in accordance with GAAP and internal policies and controls.
• Develop and maintain a high performing accounting organization through training and mentorship of team members.
• Manage a forward-thinking view of departmental workload and capacity to drive optimum staff utilization.
• Provide timely and effective communications and data to other teams within Corporate Accounting so they possess the necessary information to perform successfully.
• Develop strategies, standard operating procedures, and policies to support and execute all general ledger entries, reconciliation, consolidation, intercompany transactions, and close activities in support of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting needs of the company.
• Coordinate supporting information systems, policies, procedures, and initiatives with operations and stakeholders.
• Be the leader for close, consolidation, intercompany, account reconciliations, balance sheet flux analysis.
• Communicate and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and expectations.
• Maintain company, department, business units, market sector, chart of accounts structure within accounting system.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (preferred) or finance
• 5+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience with 2+ years of experience as an accounting manager or similar managerial position
• CPA license highly preferred
• Construction or general contractor industry experience preferred
• Experience with Oracle Fusion, Oracle EPM, Oracle FCC, Oracle ARC, and JD Edwards
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective solutions to complex financial challenges
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks with minimal supervision
• Understanding, yet persuasive and decisive when dealing with others in the organization
• Proven track record of developing and maintaining high performing accounting teams

HITT Contracting is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring and developing the most qualified individuals based on job-related experience, skills, and merit. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. HITT Contracting maintains a drug-free workplace, consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.