Construction Accounting Manager - South Fort Worth, TX (Direct Hire)

Now CFO

$115K — $140K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience in commercial construction
  • Strong expertise in percentage-of-completion accounting, job costing, and WIP reporting
  • Experience managing audit preparation and conducting external audits
  • Solid knowledge of lien laws, retainage, and compliance requirements
  • Familiarity with construction-focused ERP systems and relevant tools
  • Proven leadership and team development capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage month-end and year-end close processes
  • Drive process improvements for efficiency and reduced close timelines
  • Oversee all accounting operations, including AR, AP, General Ledger, Payroll, and Purchasing
  • Supervise and develop accounting team workflows and performance
  • Ensure accurate payroll tax filings via third-party providers
  • Provide support in AR and AP during departmental transitions
  • Serve as the primary contact for financial reporting needs

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with 60% of premiums covered by the company
  • 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid holidays
  • Focus on work-life balance and sustainable workload
Full Job Description
Position Summary

The Accounting Manager will serve as the senior accounting leader, reporting directly to the CFO. This is a high-impact role responsible for ensuring financial accuracy, strengthening internal controls, improving processes, and supporting operational decision-making. The Accounting Manager will oversee all accounting functions, ensure compliance with FRF for SMEs and/or GAAP, and act as the primary accounting point of contact.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the month-end and year-end close processes
  • Drive process improvements to reduce close timelines and increase efficiency
  • Oversee all accounting operations, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Payroll, and Purchasing
  • Supervise and develop accounting team workflows and performance
  • Manage bank reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and cash postings
  • Ensure accurate and timely payroll tax filings through third-party providers
  • Provide hands-on support in AR and AP during departmental transition periods
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for financial reporting, including lender, surety, and prequalification requirements
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies and internal controls to support audit readiness
  • Own monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules
  • Manage progress billings and maintain ownership of the AR function
  • Address internal accounting issues and provide strategic guidance to leadership
  • Improve systems, reporting, and ERP functionality, with a focus on automation and process optimization
  • Ensure compliance with lien laws, including filing notices, retainage tracking, and bond claims/releases
  • Oversee retainage tracking and reconciliation in accordance with applicable regulations
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 7 + years of progressive accounting experience within commercial construction
  • Strong knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting, job costing, and WIP reporting
  • Experience managing audit preparation and external audits
  • Solid understanding of lien laws, retainage, and monthly notice requirements
  • Experience with construction-focused ERP systems
  • Familiarity with tools such as Procore, Textura, GC Pay, Levelset, or similar platforms
  • Proven leadership, organizational, and team development skills
  • Demonstrated ability to operate in a hands-on, high-accountability environment
Compensation & Benefits
  • Base salary: $115,000  $140,000 depending on experience
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (company covers 60% of monthly premiums)
  • 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid holidays
  • Strong emphasis on work-life balance and sustainable workload

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