Accounting Manager

O'Connell Electric Company•Victor, NY

17d•$95,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting and financial operations, including accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, and compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations. This role serves as a key partner to executive leadership and operations, providing financial analysis, insight, and guidance to support business performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
10 years of progressive accounting experience.
Experience with financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and internal controls.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Proven leadership ability, including experience managing, mentoring, and developing accounting team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams, operational leadership, and executive management.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with construction ERP systems and business intelligence applications is a plus.
CPA, CMA or other relevant certifications preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Manage accounting operations, including general ledger, fixed assets, cash management, and financial reporting.
Establish, maintain, and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
Oversee construction accounting activities, including job costing, work-in-progress reporting, revenue recognition, and project profitability analysis.
Prepare accurate and timely monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Analyze financial results, explain key variances, and provide recommendations to improve profitability, efficiency, and overall business performance.
Participate in monthly construction project reviews to identify and assess financial and operational risks.
Collaborate with corporate finance and operations teams to develop and maintain divisional budgets, financial forecasts, and cash flow projections.
Prepare and coordinate financial schedules and supporting information for the annual financial statement audit, banking partners, and/or surety providers.
Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while promoting continuous process improvement.
Use Excel and data analytics tools to support financial reporting, analysis, and operational decision-making.