Accounting Manager – Miami, FL

Accounting Manager – construction accounting experience

If the idea of using your superb accounting skills in a general contracting firm gets you excited, read on!  If you are someone who appreciates a smaller company without many layers of management, we want to hear from you.  You will be responsible for the continued maintenance of in place financial controls, preparation of accurate and timely financial reports to ensure the daily financial operations and accurate reporting of the company’s finances and cash flows.  And the great news is that there is nothing to fix – our systems are running smoothly!

We are a young and growing firm with ongoing work and more in the backlog.  Our corporate culture is fast paced, demanding and fun in an environment that is relaxed and professional, small and nimble.  There is growth potential in this position.  All we are missing is you!

Snapshot of key accountabilities:

  • Accounts Receivable including deposits, invoicing and reconciliation
  • Assist in and review of AIA  Application for Payment forms
  • Oversee all Accounts Payable functions including maintenance of vendor insurance forms and compliance with Florida lien statutes
  • Process payroll
  • Prepare job cost reports and support Work In Process (WIP) schedules
  • General Ledger  including accurate posting to the GL, AR, AP, accruals, adjusting journals, reversals, depreciation and fixed assets and closing journal entries in accordance with GAAP
  • Maintain and update chart of accounts
  • Weekly cash balance reporting and monthly forecasting
  • Ensure accurate posting of transactions through monthly review and analysis of general ledger and all financial statements
  • Foster strong relationships with company’s banks, insurers, CPA or other financial institutions
  • Procurement matters related to insurances, health & welfare

Traits required for success:

  •  Impeccable attention to detail  with very strong follow up
  • Strong leadership and management ability
  • Works at a steady and even pace to promote accuracy and quality of work
  • Comfortably works within established systems and procedures
  • Technical and analytical approach to work

Skills/Experience/Knowledge required:

  • Minimum 5 years accounting experience in the construction industry
  • Understand job costing, NTO’s, Lien Releases,  AIA documents, Certificates of Insurance and Contracts Administration
  • Experience with construction accounting software such as Master Builder, Timberline or similar software
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting or Business with emphasis in accounting
  • Proficient with MS Excel, Outlook and Word