Accounting Manager

Key Deliverables

- Lead and manage all general accounting functions: service billing, job costing, WIP tracking, AP, AR/collections, payroll, and benefits

- Assist in completing monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP standards

- Ensure internal controls, process compliance, and policy adherence across all accounting functions

Core Responsibilities

- Oversee job costing and WIP accounting, including AIA and T&M billing for service and project work

- Manage accounts payable, including vendor setup, invoice entry, weekly check runs, reconciliations, and year-end 1099 processing

- Handle accounts receivable, collections, cash application, deposits, and bank reconciliation

- Process bi-weekly payroll, onboard new hires, and manage benefit-related transactions

- Monitor insurance policies (GL/PL, auto, workers comp), ensure timely payments, and maintain accurate premium accounting

- Maintain ownership of all balance sheet accounts, including fixed assets, depreciation, prepaids, ROU assets/liabilities, accruals, and equity

- Collaborate with operations and senior leadership to analyze performance and support strategic decision-making

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

- 3+ years of construction, MEP, or service-based accounting experience

- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

- Strong experience with technical accounting, billing systems, AP, AR, payroll, and benefits

- Demonstrated success with systems implementation or ERP migration

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills

- Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP's, pivot tables, macros)

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience with Viewpoint Spectrum or similar construction ERP software

- Public accounting background a plus

- CPA designation preferred

- Experience supporting energy service, HVAC, mechanical contracting, or facilities service organizations

Compensation & Benefits

- Competitive base salary + annual performance bonus

- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

- Company-paid Life, Short and Long-Term Disability

- 401(k) match of 100% up to 4%

- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

- Employee Assistance Program

- Paid professional development and training opportunities

- Career advancement within a rapidly growing national platform

Ignite Your Future with Crete United

 

Crete United is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.