Senior Accounting Manager: Project-Based Leader (Onsite Indy)

Talentify; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter is hiring an Accounting Manager for our client in Indianapolis, IN. The role reports to senior financial leadership and drives day-to-day accounting operations in a professional services environment.

Responsibilities include WIP, invoicing, payroll oversight, and month-end close, with leadership over the accounting team. Onsite position with competitive pay and benefits, contract-to-hire path.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience in a service-based environment.
• Experience in engineering, architecture, or professional services.
• Leadership experience supervising staff.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel).
• Experience with project management-based software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage Work in Progress reporting to ensure accurate project financial tracking, revenue recognition, and profitability analysis
• Support client invoicing with accuracy, timeliness, and contract compliance
• Assist with client and subconsultant contract management to align billing terms with company policies
• Monitor accounts receivable, support collections, and collaborate with PMs and clients for timely payment
• Oversee and review payroll processing and related compliance activities
• Support preparation of financial reporting
• Assist with month end and year end closing
• Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen internal controls and efficiency
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development opportunities for accounting team members

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Aston Carter is hiring an Accounting Manager for our client in Indianapolis, IN. The role reports to senior financial leadership and drives day-to-day accounting operations in a professional services environment.

Responsibilities include WIP, invoicing, payroll oversight, and month-end close, with leadership over the accounting team. Onsite position with competitive pay and benefits, contract-to-hire path.