Accounting Manager

Sullivan Environmental Services Inc•New York, NY

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About The Position

We are seeking an Accounting Manager to join our accounting team at our growing NYC-based construction management firm. This role reports directly to the Northeast Division Controller and plays a key supporting role across core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, compliance, financial reporting, and lien management processes. As an Accounting Manager, you will work closely with both the accounting and project teams, under the direction of the Controller, to assist in the execution and coordination of day-to-day financial operations. This individual will contribute to maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close activities, and helping to ensure processes are followed consistently across projects. The ideal candidate will act as a reliable resource to the team—helping to facilitate workflows, follow up on outstanding items, and provide general support to ensure the smooth operation of accounting functions. This role is not responsible for owning processes independently but is critical in supporting the Controller and broader team in maintaining strong financial management practices and operational efficiency.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 6 years of experience in operational accounting, preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
Understanding of cost accounting in the construction industry
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with CMiC and Textura strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the timeliness and accuracy of financial reports, under the direction of the Controller
Support compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements
Assist with Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and timely
Work with the Controller to support internal control systems and maintain policies for financial reporting
Review financial data on a monthly basis to help ensure completeness and identify discrepancies
Support project-level accounting activities, including job cost tracking, cost coding, and reconciliation of project financials
Assist in maintaining alignment between project budgets, commitments, and actual costs within the accounting system
Support the tracking and processing of subcontractor invoices and change orders
Assist with lien waiver tracking and related documentation to support compliance with project requirements
Support WIP (Work in Progress) reporting by assisting in gathering and validating project financial data
Assist in the preparation of monthly owner draw requests/bills and support their submission as required
Support the month-end close process by gathering and organizing required data
Support audit requests by gathering documentation and responding to internal and external inquiries