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Overview
Director of Construction Accounting
— We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Director of Construction Accounting to lead our construction finance function and provide critical financial insights that drive business performance. This role will serve as the financial backbone of our construction operations—overseeing job costing, revenue recognition, and project profitability while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong financial controls.
Base pay range : $175,000.00/yr - $225,000.00/yr
Base pay range is provided by Elevate Recruiting. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience—talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Location : Glendale, CA
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all aspects of construction accounting, including project costing, budget management, and revenue recognition.
Drive the monthly close process for construction projects, including WIP reporting, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Partner closely with operations and project management to deliver accurate job costing, forecasting, and cost-to-complete tracking.
Analyze the financial impact of construction projects on corporate cash flow and long-term planning, highlighting risks and opportunities.
Review construction contracts, change orders, job cost reports, and schedules to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
Draft technical accounting memos related to complex construction and revenue recognition matters.
Establish and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures tailored to construction finance.
Collaborate with FP&A to support strategic capital planning and liquidity management.
Mentor, develop, and lead a high-performing construction accounting team.
Manage relationships with external auditors, lenders, and tax advisors, ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred).
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role within construction accounting.
Expertise in GAAP, percentage-of-completion accounting, and construction-specific financial reporting.
Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting systems.
Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
Proven success thriving in fast-paced, project-driven environments with competing priorities.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing
Industries
Construction and Building Construction
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— We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Director of Construction Accounting to lead our construction finance function and provide critical financial insights that drive business performance. This role will serve as the financial backbone of our construction operations—overseeing job costing, revenue recognition, and project profitability while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong financial controls.
Base pay range : $175,000.00/yr - $225,000.00/yr
Base pay range is provided by Elevate Recruiting. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience—talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Location : Glendale, CA
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all aspects of construction accounting, including project costing, budget management, and revenue recognition.
Drive the monthly close process for construction projects, including WIP reporting, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Partner closely with operations and project management to deliver accurate job costing, forecasting, and cost-to-complete tracking.
Analyze the financial impact of construction projects on corporate cash flow and long-term planning, highlighting risks and opportunities.
Review construction contracts, change orders, job cost reports, and schedules to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
Draft technical accounting memos related to complex construction and revenue recognition matters.
Establish and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures tailored to construction finance.
Collaborate with FP&A to support strategic capital planning and liquidity management.
Mentor, develop, and lead a high-performing construction accounting team.
Manage relationships with external auditors, lenders, and tax advisors, ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred).
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role within construction accounting.
Expertise in GAAP, percentage-of-completion accounting, and construction-specific financial reporting.
Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting systems.
Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
Proven success thriving in fast-paced, project-driven environments with competing priorities.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing
Industries
Construction and Building Construction
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