Senior Accounting Manager

Senior Accounting Manager Modesto, CA $85,000 – $95,000 DOE Full Time | On Site

Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
The Senior Accounting Manager will oversee day to day accounting operations with a strong focus on construction accounting, Work In Progress (WIP) reporting, month end close, Accounts Payable, and cash flow management. This individual will serve as a key financial partner to leadership and help strengthen accounting processes across the organization.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and support the month end close process including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reportingManage full cycle Accounts Payable operations and vendor relationshipsOversee cash flow management and assist leadership with financial planning needsMaintain and monitor Work In Progress (WIP) schedules and project based financial reportingIdentify discrepancies, cost overruns, and accounting risks within construction projectsSupport inventory oversight and tracking processesAssist with subcontractor payments and business-related tax functionsPartner closely with leadership to improve efficiencies and offload day to day accounting responsibilitiesCommunicate professionally with key vendors and external partners including major supplier accountsAssist with the company’s transition and continued utilization of QuickBooks Online (QBO)
Qualifications5+ years of progressive accounting experience requiredStrong background in construction accounting highly preferredDirect experience with WIP reporting and project-based accounting requiredExperience managing AP, month end close, and cash flow activitiesFamiliarity with subcontractor payments, vendor management, and inventory accountingQuickBooks Online experience strongly preferredStrong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues proactivelyProfessional communication skills and ability to work cross functionally with leadership and vendorsCPA or advanced accounting education is a plus, but not required
What They’re Looking ForThe ideal candidate is hands on, detail oriented, and understands where issues can arise within construction and project-based accounting. xzbcwsv This person will help create additional bandwidth for leadership while bringing structure, accountability, and strong financial oversight to the accounting function.