Outsourced Accounting Director | Construction

Cbiz

  • New Haven, CT
  • $150,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 30 days ago
CBIZ, Inc. is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers forward-thinking insights and actionable solutions to help clients anticipate what's next and discover new ways to accelerate growth. CBIZ has more than 10,000 team members across more than 160 locations in 22 major markets coast to coast.CBIZ strives to be our team members’ employer of choice by creating an environment where team members are appreciated, recognized for their contributions, and provided with opportunities to grow, both personally and professionally, throughout their careers.Together, CBIZ and CBIZ CPAs are ranked as one of the top providers of accounting services in the United States. CBIZ CPAs is an independent CPA firm that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ provides business consulting, tax and financial services. In certain jurisdictions, CBIZ CPAs operates under its previous name, Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.Essential Functions and Primary Duties
  • Manage daily accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger maintenance and financial close process.
  • Prepare or review client’s internal financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP or other relevant accounting standards
  • Assist clients with developing and/or managing the organization’s budget and providing financial and forecast (as needed)
  • Coordinate reporting requirements with external auditors and tax accountants (as needed)
  • Make recommendations for changes as needed, and ensure that company policies and procedures are followed
  • Maintain client relationships and assist with engagement billings
Manage various outsourced accounting services engagements and facilitate training of outsourced accounting team members (as needed)For Construction Industry clients:
  • Assistance with Job costing, including:
  • Review of indirect cost allocation
  • Review of posting of direct labor costs and use of labor burdens
Preparation of work-in-process schedules, including:
  • Understanding of contract budgeting process
  • Evaluation of costs to complete
  • Contract change order and budget adjustment impact
  • Review of reasonableness of revenue adjustments
  • Review of union payroll and certified payroll reporting and related filings
  • Assists clients with banking and bonding company financial requests
Preferred Qualifications
  • A hybrid of public accounting and private company experience
  • Hands-on experience with various accounting processes, such as accounts payable, billing, payroll and financial close
  • In-depth knowledge of US GAAP. Familiarity with financial audit/review reporting needs, is a plus
  • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Organized and able to manage multiple projects and good interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Experience with QuickBooks, Xero and Bill.com is a plus
  • Experience with commonly used ERP systems such as Computerease, CMIC, Foundations, Acumatica is a plus
  • Work experience with medium-large size construction/real-estate industry businesses is a plus.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • 8 years of experience in public accounting or related field
  • 6 years of supervisory experience
  • Ability to manage deadlines, work on multiple assignments and prioritize each assignment as necessary
  • Proficient use of applicable technology
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally and externally
  • Proven high level of business integrity, client service and leadership skills
  • Must be able to travel based on client and business needs
The annual salary target for this job in this market is $150,000 - $175,000. The specific compensation for this role will be determined based on the education, experience, and skill set of the individual selected for this position.The compensation above is not representative of an employee’s total compensation. Beyond income, you have access to comprehensive medical and dental insurance, retirement savings, life and disability insurance, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, certification incentives, education assistance, referral program and much more.#LI-TV1#LI-Hybrid

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