Accounting Manager - Construction

Woda Cooper•Columbus, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. is a rapidly growing development, construction, and property management organization dedicated to the creation of quality affordable housing to benefit those who need it most. We are an employee-owned, passion-driven group that changes each community of which we are a part. We manage over 16,000 housing units in 19 states, proudly serving seniors, veterans, and other economically challenged groups. We seek ambitious, talented individuals who want to grow with a rapidly expanding company whose success is not only measured in dollars and cents, but in lives changed. With a development portfolio of $1.5 billion, Woda Cooper consistently ranks among the top affordable housing developers and owners in the country by Affordable Housing Finance. The Construction Accounting Manager is responsible for leading the daily operations of the construction accounting department, ensuring accurate financial processing, timely project billing, subcontractor payments, regulatory compliance, and exceptional customer service to both internal and external stakeholders. This position manages the construction accounting team while partnering closely with the Construction Controller and Project Management to support the financial success of affordable housing construction projects. The Construction Accounting Manager also serves as a key resource for the company's financial systems, helping drive the effective use of technology including Vista and Procore to improve efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and support continuous process improvement. The ideal candidate is a hands-on construction accounting professional with a collaborative approach and a passion for improving processes and developing people in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Strong understanding of AIA billing, job costing, and construction compliance
Proficiency with Vista by Viewpoint and Procore (or similar ERP/project management systems)
Knowledge of sales and use tax regulations.
Excellent verbal and communication skills.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office.
Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, working well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences and delays.
Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
Progressive experience in construction accounting

Responsibilities

Lead the daily operations of the Construction Accounting team, providing guidance, coaching, and workload coordination to ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting functions.
Manage the accounts payable process, including overseeing weekly payment runs, resolving complex payment issues, and supporting the continued implementation and optimization of Procore Pay.
Oversee monthly owner billings (AIA), subcontractor payment processes, and coordination of construction draws with the development company.
Prepare and review contractor cost certifications and other compliance documentation required for affordable housing construction projects.
Manage the financial integration between Vista by Viewpoint and Procore, troubleshooting ERP sync issues and ensuring the accuracy of project financial data.
Oversee the setup and maintenance of construction projects in Vista and Procore, including project budgets and financial project configuration.
Partner with construction project teams to ensure accurate project financial information and resolve accounting issues.
Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal reporting requirements, including sales and use tax filings and other regulatory reporting.
Assist the Construction Controller with cash forecasting, month-end close activities, financial reporting, external audits, and other accounting initiatives.
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and leverage technology to increase efficiency and accuracy across the department.
Perform other accounting and finance-related duties as assigned.