Manager, Project Accounting

HITT Contracting Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Dallas is seeking a Manager of Project Accounting to lead a team focused on business unit financials. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and overseeing the financial health of multiple projects. Candidates should possess strong accounting experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence team performance. This role offers opportunities for mentorship and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Five to eight years of accounting experience.
• Experience in project management from concept to implementation.
• Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team responsible for business unit financials.
• Ensure accurate reporting of financial results according to GAAP.
• Prepare and maintain project-related financial reports.

Skills

Strong Accounting experience

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical tools (BI)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

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, Project Accounting

Job Description

The Manager of Project Accounting will lead a team of Associates and Senior Associates responsible for business unit financials. This individual will report to the Director of Project Accounting and is responsible for reporting revenue and profit, forecasting, cash flow and risk, as well as the overall health of the project accounting teams.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the accurate reporting of financial results in accordance with GAAP and controls including revenue, profit and cash flow
• Prepare, distribute and maintain project-related financial reports
• Compile, analyze, and report data at the business unit level
• Continually assess and improve systems and manual processes related to project accounting
• Knowledge of internal controls (and their purpose) and ability to recommend changes and additions to policies / processes as needed
• Communicate, model and enforce Project Accounting and Company Policies and Procedures
• Serve as lead POC for internal audit; compile information for internal and external auditors, as required
• Communicates any potential risk to the Director and above
• Manage a forward-thinking view of departmental workload and capacity to drive optimum staff utilization and make staffing recommendations accordingly
• Train and support Accounting Associate & Senior Associate Staff
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business with strong Accounting experience preferred.
• Five (5) to eight (8) years of accounting experience
• Experience with JD Edwards or other comparable ERP solution including analytical tools (BI)
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects from concept to implementation
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including ability to present and speak in public
• Ability to lead and mentor team members.
• Ability to influence change, efficiency and morale among team members.
• Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with others
• Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 30 pounds

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.