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Construction Accounting Manager

GHJ · Phoenix, Arizona · On-site

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Pay$100k to $125k a year
LevelManager · Accounting
Work modeOn-site
CPA exam supportNot mentioned
CPA licenseNot mentioned
Experience8 years+
PostedOct 3, 2026
Found by usOct 8, 2026
Last checkedOct 9, 2026

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Lead accounting team and manage construction project accounting including WIP, job costing, progress billing and financial reporting.

A few years in, CPA in progressPublic accountant moving to industry

Worth knowing: Sage construction accounting experience highly preferred

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Construction Accounting Manager Phoenix, AZ | On-Site | Full-Time | Up to $125,000 A well-established, privately held organization is seeking a Construction Accounting Manager to join its Phoenix team. This is a hands-on leadership role with direct exposure to the CFO and senior management, overseeing day-to-day accounting operations while supporting the financial performance of active construction projects. The ideal candidate brings a strong construction accounting background, including WIP, job costing, progress billing, change orders, and project financial reporting , along with experience leading an accounting team. What You’ll Do Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and accounting personnel Manage the general ledger and support the monthly close process Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, collections, and payroll Prepare cash management reports, monitor cash flow, and identify potential financial concerns Partner with Project Managers and department leaders to review project financial performance Track and analyze WIP, job costs, project budgets, and construction-related variances Support progress billing and change-order accounting Maintain accurate financial records and effective internal controls Prepare monthly financial and operational reporting for management Assist with budgeting, financial analysis, compliance, insurance reporting, and other special projects Help maintain and optimize Sage and other construction-related accounting systems What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field 8+ years of accounting experience 3+ years of accounting management experience 3+ years of construction accounting experience required Strong understanding of WIP and job costing Experience with progress billing, change orders, and project budgets Strong month-end close, GL, reconciliation, and financial reporting experience Experience overseeing AP, AR, payroll, and cash management Strong Excel skills Sage construction accounting software experience is highly preferred Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

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