Sr. General Accounting Manager

Granite Construction•Watsonville, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for overseeing the entire General Accounting Department and the accurate compilation, analysis and reporting of accounting data in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in a manner consistent with Company policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required
Minimum 10 years’ progressive experience in a combination of public accounting and corporate accounting organizations with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a managerial capacity
Experience leading, coaching and developing staff and teams
Large enterprise system experience (Oracle e1 experience a plus)
Solid technical accounting skills and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Internally motivated to seek out answers, generate ideas, and develop new skills
Able to break down problems into meaningful parts and come to rational and well-thought out conclusions
Advanced computer skills required (Excel, Word, Microsoft Office suite, large enterprise systems, etc.)
Ability to work with and manage a high level of detailed information
Ability to properly manage and prioritize resources, people and projects
Team player, with strong leadership skills, who can operate effectively within a matrix management environment
Sound decision making ability with the experience to balance consensus against authority as appropriate
Excellent consultative and communication skills and ability to interface effectively with all levels within the organization
Superior analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to provide creative solutions to real-time challenges
Ability to work in high production environment and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines
Advanced written and oral communication skills to effectively disseminate information
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Master in Business Administration (MBA) a plus
Construction industry experience a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee accounting close activities including, but not limited to, revenue recognition, inventory accounting, fuel accounting, fixed assets, cash, stock-based compensation, investments and various other accounts to ensure a timely and accurate financial close.
Manage the timely and accurate completion of all balance sheet account reconciliations to ensure the financial statements are in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
Oversee the preparation of select internal and external reports, ensuring they are adequately reviewed and accurately stated.
Perform impairment analyses for equity method affiliates and property, plant, and equipment (PP&E) as required by GAAP.
Manage accounting for foreign transactions, including financial statement translation and foreign currency transactions to ensure they are properly accounted for.
Ensure requests from internal and external auditors are promptly responded to and all Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX) requirements completed, to ensure the accuracy of the financial deadlines and timely filings.
Provide leadership to ensure that internal customers are provided with consistently excellent service and participate in cross functional process improvement initiatives.
Guide and mentor managers and staff to ensure staff development and departmental efficiency.
Recommend and implement process improvements and best practices to facilitate an efficient process.
Research, analysis and other technical support to ensure transactions are recorded in a timely manner and in compliance with GAAP.
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
Abide by the Company’s Code of Conduct.

Benefits

paid holidays
sick leave
medical
dental
vision
life insurance
disability insurance
flexible spending plans
special programs for musculoskeletal health
mental wellness
100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents for one of the PPO medical plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately