Accounting Manager - Leading Industry Pay

ROLE SUMMARY 

Under the direction of the CFO, the Accounting Manager is responsible for the oversight of all daily accounting functions at Welty Building Company as described in the following job description. The Accounting Manager is also responsible and accountable for the hiring decisions, supervision, training and coaching of all accounting department staff. 

• Autonomy and Decision Making: Makes decisions on routine matters, provides recommendations to supervisor and refers all exceptions to supervisors. 
• Career Path: Diversity Manager 

KEY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Develop, implement and enforce accounting processes and procedures at Welty Building Company. 
• Prepare analysis of WIP schedule for current projects monthly including: monthly meetings with project team regarding schedule and change orders, compare estimated costs to actual billing and profit gain/fade. 
• Prepare monthly financial statements and WIP schedule. 

• Prepare budget reports including monthly P&L, forecast versus budget. 
• Oversee daily cash management function in collaboration with accounts receivable/payable. 
• 401K responsibility including preparation of annual census and profit-sharing calculation of form 5500. 
• Review and approve weekly payroll process. 

• Review of hiring (payroll/salary) terms in a growth environment. 
• Develop and mentor the team of employees in the accounting and finance department, managing work allocations and systems trainings. 
• Perform effective evaluations and continual coaching in order to build a strong and effective team dynamic. 
• Review expense reports and employee reimbursement providing a financial check and balance to ensure accuracy and accountability. 

OTHER ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Other duties as assigned. 
• Conducts actions in a professional and unbiased manner. 
• Complies with all company and site policies and best practice standards. 

• Maintains a professional appearance and workspace. 
• Participates in and complies with all company safety and quality programs and procedures. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITY 

• Strong leadership skills. 
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to see the “big picture” as it relates to financial growth and success of the organization. 
• Self-motivated with the ability to work as a member of a strong team with little supervision. 

• Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments. 
• Ability to effectively handle multiple activities simultaneously and successfully function in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. 
• Proven track record of managing and developing strong, effective accounting teams. 

EDUCATION 

• Bachelor’s degree in (B.S.) in Finance/Accounting. Certified CPA a plus. 

EXPERIENCE 

• 10+ years total experience, with a minimum of 5 years of accounting management experience. 
• Experience in a Construction environment or related field a plus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds. 
• May require periods of overnight travel. 
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project demands. 

• Normal office environment, but may also be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold). 
• Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen. 
• Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling, Climbing.