Construction Accounting Manager - Alpharetta, GATo Apply Now - email your resume to [email protected]
Position Overview:We are seeking a
Construction Accounting Manager to join our growing internal finance team. You'll work alongside strong team members who know the business inside and out but don't have formal accounting training. This role will provide much-needed structure, mentorship, and oversight in key areas such as
job costing,
AIA billing,
percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, and
over/under billing schedules. You'll support our staff accountant, collaborate with project managers, and be the financial leader who connects the field to the financials. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role reporting to the CFO.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead job costing accuracy and monthly WIP/over-under billing schedules
- Manage AIA billing and ensure all project financials are accurately tracked
- Own revenue recognition (percentage-of-completion) in alignment with GAAP
- Conduct monthly financial close processes and support annual review prep
- Mentor team members and help develop internal accounting talent
- Collaborate with PMs, service teams, and operations to ensure financial accuracy
- Support internal audits, reviews, and data integrity across systems
- Coordinate with payroll and HR where needed (payroll is processed via Foundation)
Qualifications:- 5+ years of accounting experience in construction, specialty contracting, or a related industry
- Strong knowledge of job costing, AIA billing, and revenue recognition
- Familiarity with Foundation accounting software (or similar systems)
- Formal accounting education (Bachelor's in Accounting or related field preferred)
- Comfortable working in a high-growth, multi-entity/multi-state environment
- Independent, detail-oriented, and capable of implementing process improvements
- Positive and professional demeanor - the kind of person you'd trust with your car keys
Bonus Points For:- Experience in mechanical, HVAC, or other specialty construction services
- Prior leadership or mentoring of junior accounting/admin staff
- Exposure to multi-state operations and handling project accounting at scale
