Accounting Manager Job at Recore Electrical Contractors in Gastonia

Job Title: Construction Accounting Manager
Company: Recore Electrical Contractors, Inc.
Industry: Electrical Contractor

Location: Gastonia, NC
Reports to: Controller or CFO

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Construction Accounting Manager to join our dynamic team at Recore Electrical Contractors, a leader in the industrial electrical contracting industry. This role is ideal for a CPA or CPA candidate who is ready to take ownership of the company's accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all financial operations. The Accounting Manager will play a key role in streamlining processes, supporting strategic decision-making, and contributing to the company's growth and success.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management:
• Participate in the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Eventually being responsible to prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
2. Budgeting and Forecasting:
• Assist in developing and managing annual budgets.
• Provide variance analysis and recommend corrective actions as needed.
3. Compliance and Reporting:
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and industry standards.
• Coordinate and prepare for audits, working closely with external auditors.
• Maintain proper documentation for tax filings and regulatory reporting.
4. Process Improvement:
• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and systems.
• Develop and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets.
5. Team Leadership:
• Mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative, results-oriented work environment.
6. Specialty Contractor Focus:
• Track and manage job costs, change orders, and contract billings.
• Work closely with project managers to monitor budgets and financial performance of projects.
• Handle progress billings, including AIA contract billings, lien releases, and compliance with construction-specific financial requirements.

Qualifications

1. Education and Certification:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA certification or active CPA candidate preferred.
2. Experience:
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in the construction or specialty contractor industry is highly desirable.
3. Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Familiarity with job costing and construction-specific financial software is a plus.
4. Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• The company is 100% Employee owned, through ESOP
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities

Join Our Team!
If you are a motivated CPA or CPA candidate with a passion for excellence in accounting and a desire to make a significant impact in the specialty contracting industry, we invite you to apply at www.recoreelectric.com/careers