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E78 Talent

Senior Accounting Manager

E78 Talent, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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We are seeking a seasoned

Senior Accounting Manager (Project Accounting - EPC/Construction/Industrial Services)

to oversee project accounting and financial operations across complex, contract-driven environments. This role is ideal for an experienced professional who thrives at the intersection of finance, operations, and leadership.

$130,000.00/yr – $150,000.00/yr

Key Responsibilities

Financial Close & Reporting : Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes; ensure accurate ASC 606 revenue recognition; deliver consolidated P&L and balance sheet reporting with actionable insights.

Budgeting & Forecasting : Own project financial setup (contracts, WBS, budgets); drive EAC/ETC processes; maintain rolling 12–24 month forecasts; collaborate with leadership on annual budgets for sales, EBITDA, cash flow, and capital.

Revenue & Billing : Govern invoicing cycles (progress, milestone, T&M); enforce change order controls; ensure compliance with contract modifications and performance obligations.

Cost Control & Compliance : Implement cost discipline across labor, subcontractors, equipment, and materials; ensure compliance with prevailing wage, certified payroll, and state/local labor requirements.

Cash & Working Capital Management : Drive proactive collections, resolve billing disputes, and optimize working capital through inventory management, subcontractor terms, and billing cadence.

Systems & Controls : Own ERP project accounting configuration; strengthen internal controls (segregation of duties, workflow approvals, SOX-lite compliance); build scalable reporting solutions for margin, risk, and change orders.

Leadership & Engagement : Mentor future finance leaders; partner strategically with Sales, Project, Supply Chain, and Legal; train project teams on financial literacy and earned value basics; lead project review sessions to turn financial data into decisions.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Master’s or CPA preferred).

12–15+ years of progressive accounting experience across public and private companies.

5+ years in managerial roles with proven leadership impact.

7–10+ years of project accounting expertise within EPC, construction, or industrial services.

Strong command of ASC 606, ERP systems, and project-based financial management.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Construction

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