Accounting Manager

Meriton • California, CA

2d • $115,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Accounting Manager plays a critical role in supporting the Regional/BU Controller and leadership team by delivering accurate, timely and decision-useful financial information. This role is a hands-on accounting leader who partners with operations, balancing individual tasks with oversight of shared services and local accounting. This role is ideal for a technically strong accounting professional with project-based industry experience who thrives in a fast-paced high-growth environment and demonstrates strong commercial and operational acumen.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (or equivalent professional experience)
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; construction, HVAC, or project-based services experience preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of US GAAP; familiarity with ASC 606 (Revenue from Contracts with Customers) is highly desirable
• ERP experience required; Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) preferred
• Fluent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong business acumen with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Operations and commercial literacy
• Ability to deliver accurate and detailed reports in a timely manner

Nice To Haves

• CPA desired but not required

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver month-end close package and reporting in a timely manner. Support Regional/BU Controller to complete all necessary journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Support Regional/BU Controller to oversee all aspects of accounting processes and transactions in coordination with shared services, including AP, AR, and general accounting, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and escalated appropriately.
• Provide additional support to Regional/BU Controller and project and operations teams, including oversight of job costing, pricing analysis, customer terms, and revenue recognition.
• Direct accounts receivable, cash flow management, and cash forecasting activities, including review of aging, collections strategy, and working capital performance.
• Ensure adherence to Meriton accounting policies, US GAAP, and internal control standards; maintain strong documentation and approval frameworks.
• Serve as primary local accounting lead for external audits including preparing schedules, reconciliations, and other requests from auditors and Meriton accounting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager