Accounting Manager

R.H. White Construction•Auburn, MA

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Controller, the position is responsible for performing and managing the day-to-day accounting functions within the organization. This position is essential to ensuring the highest level of financial reporting accuracy through the maintenance of internal systems and adherence to financial reporting processes. The company's core purpose is to create well-being for its people, customers, and communities. They have a strong culture of giving back, with employees selecting charities for fundraising efforts and regularly volunteering for various causes. The company also invests in employee careers through development programs and training centers, offering tuition reimbursement.

Requirements

4-year Business/Accounting degree (advanced degree or CPA preferred).
10-years of experience in construction accounting or equivalent training/experience.
Knowledge of general construction accounting, auditing, payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable required.
Proficiency in ERP software required (COINS experience preferred).
Intermediate knowledge of Office 365 software applications.
Strong management, supervisory, and leadership skills combined with the ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
Superior organizational skills, ability to make independent decisions and multi-task.
Communicate clear expectations to reports and hold them accountable for their performance.

Nice To Haves

advanced degree or CPA preferred
COINS experience preferred

Responsibilities

Adheres to and promotes all Company Safety Policies and the Company Code of Conduct.
Maintains the highest levels of integrity and confidentiality.
Review the work of a Staff Accountant, Accounts Payable Manager and Payroll Supervisor to ensure compliance with accounting policies, State and Federal Tax regulations, and State licensing requirements.
Prepare and review journal entries and reconciliations for cash, accounts receivable, payables, and other balance sheet and income statement accounts.
Ensure timely and accurate month-end close processes, including preparation and review of month-end checklists and related documentation.
Perform in-depth analysis of financial statements, providing accurate reconciliations, variance explanations, and monthly financial reports.
Conduct and review weekly, monthly, and quarterly GL account and employee benefits reconciliations, ensuring accuracy across accounts.
Develop and maintain schedules and supporting documentation for audits.
Oversee payroll tax reconciliation, reporting, and payments for multiple employers across entities and states, including compliance with unemployment and local tax authorities.
Ensure accurate and timely annual W2 reconciliation and filing.
Maintain data integrity within the accounting system, ensuring uniformity and accuracy of entries.
Uphold segregation of duties and enforce proper accounting controls to safeguard financial integrity.
Lead various special projects and respond to ad-hoc requests as assigned.
Direct supervision (3 Reports) of Payroll Supervisor, Accounts Payable Manager, and Staff Accountant.