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Commercial Accounting Manager

Tellepsen

Houston, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Billing, Budgeting, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Concrete, Construction, Construction Projects, Consulting, Contract Review, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Employee Assistance Plan, Employee Orientation, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Financial Systems, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Gross Margin, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, On Site Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Persuasion Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Development, Profit & Loss, Project/Program Management, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Revenue Recognition, Tax Regulations, Team Player, Time Management, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
1 day ago
Application Instructions

Please complete all required sections. Once your application has been completed, the Staffing department will review it and contact you with any necessary next steps.

Tellepsen does not accept resumes from external staffing agencies or independent recruiters unless they have a current executed agreement in place as arranged through our Staffing department. Tellepsen is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications from external staffing agencies or independent recruiters. All inquiries from external staffing agencies and independent recruiters should be directed to our Staffing Manager at lhill@tellepsen.com. Staffing agencies and recruiters who contact other Tellepsen employees outside the staffing department will be removed from consideration on future opportunities.

Position Description

Job Purpose

Commercial Accounting Manager prepares and oversees preparation of monthly financial statements for all Commercial entities to provide management with accurate and timely financial information. Manage and oversee the daily operations of BCS Accounting, Services and Field Support Services Accounting.

RESPONSIBILITIES/EXPECTATIONS

  • Prepare monthly financial reports for executive leadership, including project profitability, overhead allocation, and business performance trends for all Tellepsen entities and joint ventures.
  • Oversee the preparation of monthly financial statements for Building Concrete Solutions.
  • Review monthly Project Fee Reports for accuracy and inclusion in financial reporting.
  • Oversee the monthly closing process to meet financial statement deadlines.
  • Review and coordinate backlog and job forecasts with Operations.
  • Coordinate auditors' requests for preliminary and year end audits.
  • Assist Project Teams with job cost, owner billings and monthly reporting.
  • Review contract setup and terms.
  • Lead the preparation of annual gross margin budgets.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, systems, and workflows to improve accuracy and efficiency.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing finance and accounting team.
  • Collaborate with operations, estimating, and other teams to streamline processes and reporting.
  • Assist with and/or lead special projects aimed at enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of financial processes, systems, and workflow.
IMPORTANT SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
  • Leadership - Demonstrated leadership ability. Able to motivate, communicate, and collaborate well with others using a highly organized and disciplined framework. Self-assured with an in-check ego, emotional intelligence and maturity, the ability to be self-critical and admit mistakes without being defensive. A mature individual who places greater value on reaching the "right" decision rather than on "being" right.
  • Communications - Strong verbal and written communication skills. Timely, transparent, direct, and specific. Able to consult with large groups and interact with customers, employees, and others on a one-on-one basis. Natural inclination towards client interaction.
  • Persuasive and Tenacious - Must be bright, have a very strong work ethic, persistent and committed. Not fazed by obstacles or initial negative responses. Results-oriented, driven to succeed, reputation for getting things accomplished.
  • Passion - Love for construction, specifically project management.
  • Humility - Humility is expected within the Tellepsen Culture. It must be measured, and the candidate must show confidence through actions and results. There are no "big shots" at Tellepsen. Check your ego at the door. No body works "for" anybody at Tellepsen; we all work "with" each other.
  • Innovation and Technology - Innovation and Technology is highly regarded at Tellepsen and we are focused on taking this area to the next level. Candidates should understand the benefits of innovation and technology and be disciplined and creative about utilizing the best tools to improve our effectiveness in executing work.
  • Collaboration - Tellepsen is a people business and is well-staffed and empowered. People are Tellepsen's most valued asset, and the individual must motivate, communicate, and collaborate with employees through a team approach, not an autocratic outlook.
  • Involved in the Community - Individual must have a passion for participating in civic and community organizations. Both the high-profile organizations where Houston movers and shakers are involved and some lower profile organizations which humbly improve the Houston community.
Position Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
  • Master's degree a plus
  • 6 - 7 years prior management experience in the financial reporting/general ledger area
  • Experience in Construction Accounting a plus
  • CPA certification preferred
  • Deep understanding of construction accounting principles, including WIP schedules, job costing, inter/intracompany eliminations, and percent-of-completion revenue recognition
  • Expert proficiency in the use of technology software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, GC Pay, LCP Tracker, construction-specific ERP systems, etc.) Prophix
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of Viewpoint Vista and pVault preferred
  • Thorough knowledge of GAAP and applicable tax regulations for construction projects
  • Expert knowledge of financial data analytics
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with experience collaborating across departments and presenting to senior leadership
Benefits
  • 401k
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Education incentives
  • Employee assistance programs


For additional company information, please visit www.tellepsen.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tellepsen provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or veteran status.

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