Construction Accounting Manager

ghj· Accounting
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📍 Phoenix, AZ💰 USD 100K–125K

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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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Construction Accounting Manager role at ghj?
The listed salary for this Construction Accounting Manager position at ghj is USD 100K–125K. This is an full-time role.
Where is the Construction Accounting Manager position at ghj located?
This Construction Accounting Manager role at ghj is based in Phoenix, AZ. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Construction Accounting Manager at ghj belong to?
This Construction Accounting Manager position is part of the Accounting department at ghj. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Construction Accounting Manager position at ghj?
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When was the Construction Accounting Manager job at ghj posted?
This Construction Accounting Manager position at ghj was posted on Oct 3, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Construction Accounting Manager
ghj · 💰 USD 100K–125K
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