Accounting Manager - Construction

Calista Corporation

About The Position

The Accounting Manager will work under the guidance of the Construction Controller to strengthen general accounting functions and ensure local activities support timely month and year end close for multiple companies. This position will be responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial transactions.

Requirements

Intermediate knowledge of accounting principles, practices and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as policies, contracts, and lease agreements.
Working knowledge of manual and automated accounting systems, spreadsheet software, and word processing software.
Ability to train employees in software applications, accounting principles, and company policies.
Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to actively listen and provide high quality customer service.
Ability to do business ethically with customers, vendors, and co-workers.
Ability to be detail oriented
Ability to exercise resourcefulness.
Ability to think strategically and research complex issues.
Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and work productively under pressure.
Ability to work in a Native Corporation multi-business environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
Minimum of five years’ progressively responsible experience in Accounting.
Minimum of one-year supervisory experience.
Ability to pass a drug, credit, and background screening.

Nice To Haves

Texada and Viewpoint Spectrum experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitor and evaluate performance of direct reports and provide prompt and objective coaching and mentoring.
Assure that the duties, responsibilities, and authority of direct reports are clearly defined, effective, and communicated to personnel.
Collaborate with subsidiary personnel to establish and implement sound accounting practices in direct support of the company’s business plan and Corporate policies and procedures.
Review and approve accounts payable invoices and expense reports, including invoice details and GL coding in Texada and Viewpoint Spectrum.
Review large volume of journal entries.
Prepare, review and file various taxes in a timely manner.
Monitor fixed asset accounts for multiple companies.
Perform monthly account reconciliations.
Complete the quarterly intercompany invoicing.
Complete month end closing journal entries.
Keep informed of current trends and practices in field of accounting, including U.S. GAAP compliance.
Perform complex research and analysis.
Assist with internal and external audits and reporting requirements for external sources.
Constantly evaluate policies, procedures, and controls and make recommendations for improvements and to create efficiencies.
Research transactions for subsidiary management or other corporate personnel.
Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.