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Accounting Manager

CFS

Pittsburgh, PA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$110,000–$130,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Business Support, Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Projects, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Cost Accounting, Cost Forecasting, Detail Oriented, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Financial Projections, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Profit & Loss, Project Control, Project Evaluation, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Reconciliation, Regulatory Requirements, Tax Reporting, Team Player, Time Management, Vlookups, Windows Vista
LOCATION
Pittsburgh, PA
POSTED
1 day ago

ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Pittsburgh, PA (Southern Suburbs)
$110,000-$130,000


Our client is seeking a Accounting Manager to support the financial performance of a growing construction organization. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing job costing, project financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and Work-in-Progress (WIP) analysis while partnering closely with operations and project management teams. The ideal candidate will bring strong construction accounting experience, exceptional analytical skills, and a collaborative leadership style.

OVERVIEW OF THE ACCOUNTING MANAGER ROLE:



  • Oversee project budgets, commitments, forecasts, and actual costs across multiple construction projects.

  • Monitor job cost performance and partner with Project Managers and field leadership to investigate and resolve variances.

  • Support the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and cost adjustments.

  • Prepare and maintain Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules and project profitability reporting.

  • Ensure accurate job costing in accordance with GAAP and company policies.

  • Assist with monthly financial forecasts and project performance reporting.

  • Participate in the annual budgeting process and ongoing financial planning.

  • Prepare financial reports for leadership, highlighting project performance, trends, risks, and opportunities.

  • Analyze project financial data to support strategic business decisions.

  • Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls related to project accounting.

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.

  • Support internal and external audits by providing financial documentation and analysis.

  • Assist with tax reporting requirements and ensure proper documentation for change orders, subcontract agreements, and project-related financial records.

  • Lead and mentor job cost and accounting team members.

  • Partner closely with Operations, Project Management, and Finance to improve project financial performance.

  • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve reporting efficiency.

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives across accounting and project controls.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ACCOUNTING MANAGER ROLE:



  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.

  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with construction accounting experience strongly preferred.

  • Strong understanding of GAAP, job costing, project accounting, and Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting.

  • Experience with project forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis.

  • Experience with Viewpoint Vista or a similar construction ERP system is preferred.

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and financial data analysis.

  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across finance and operations.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

  • High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.


About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/

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