Accounting Manager

Fuscoe Engineering, Inc • Irvine, CA

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

Fuscoe Engineering is seeking an Accounting Manager to support its Irvine office and the company’s financial operations and continued growth. The role works closely with the Controller, CFO, and department leaders in a collaborative, employee-owned company.

The Accounting Manager oversees day-to-day accounting operations and the close and reporting cycles; supervises and develops accounting team members; and coordinates payroll, accounts payable, audits, and compliance. The role also works with auditors, tax advisors, project accounting, and other stakeholders on financial reporting, revenue recognition, and work in progress. It supports process improvements, acquisition integration, organizational growth, and financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and special projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close.
• Experience overseeing payroll, accounts payable, and annual financial audits.
• Strong Excel and accounting/ERP system proficiency.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• CPA designation.
• Experience in architecture, engineering, or professional services.
• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or similar project-based accounting systems.
• Knowledge of WIP, revenue recognition, ESOP accounting, and acquisition integration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including the general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analyses in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee fixed assets, prepaid expenses, the company credit card program, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Supervise and develop accounting team members, promoting work quality, accountability, cross-training, and timely completion of deadlines.
• Oversee payroll and accounts payable processing in coordination with HR and other departments.
• Coordinate annual financial statement, ESOP, and 401(k) audits, including compliance reporting and auditor requests.
• Maintain effective internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.
• Collaborate with external auditors, tax advisors, project accounting, and other stakeholders on financial reporting, revenue recognition, and WIP.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, automation, and use of Deltek Vantagepoint.
• Support acquisition integration and organizational growth.
• Assist the Controller and CFO with financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and special projects.

Benefits

• 100% employee-owned company through an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• 401(k) with company match and discretionary bonuses.
• Flexible schedule, including half-day Fridays.
• Hybrid work after 90 days.
• Company-wide holiday closure from Christmas Eve through New Year’s.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus FSA options.
• Life, AD&D, and LTD coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development support, including training and mentorship.

What This Job Offers

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