Job Summary

Our client, a rapidly growing construction company headquartered in Miami, FL is seeking an experienced and hands-on Accounting Manager to join its team as soon as possible.  This role will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting tailored to the construction industry (including job costing and percentage-of-completion accounting), and support strategic decision-making. This role involves managing a team of three direct reports, collaborating closely with project managers and operations, and reporting directly to the Controller.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations for the accounting team of three.
• Manage construction-specific accounting processes: job costing, project budgeting, progress billings (e.g., AIA forms), change orders, retainage, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, including WIP schedules, profit & loss by project, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and variance reports.
• Develop, monitor, and update annual budgets and forecasts in collaboration with the Controller and project teams; track project costs against budgets and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Ensure timely and accurate invoicing, vendor payments, subcontractor compliance (insurance, lien waivers), and cash flow management.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, financial audits, and tax preparations.
• Implement and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP and construction industry regulations.
• Provide financial insights and reports to management to support bidding, project profitability analysis, and business decisions.
• Mentor, develop, and evaluate the accounting team; foster a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Work with project managers and operations to resolve accounting issues and improve processes.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects, such as cost analysis, vendor negotiations, and system improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong construction accounting background, including job costing, project financials, and percentage-of-completion methods (highly preferred).
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, Viewpoint, or similar construction ERP systems) and advanced Excel skills.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a small team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience in the Miami/South Florida market and knowledge of local construction regulations is a plus.
• Ability to work 100% in-office in Doral, FL.

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

John Edwards