Rangeline Group · 1 week ago
Accounting Manager
Rangeline Group is a pipeline solutions provider known for its expertise in concrete pressure pipe. The Accounting Manager will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in job cost accounting, billing, and financial reporting while providing leadership to the project-level accounting team.
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Responsibilities
Oversee daily accounting activities including job cost accounting, AP, AR, billing, and cash application across assigned entities or regions
Ensure accurate setup and maintenance of projects in the ERP, including budgets, cost codes, compliance requirements, and billing rules
Review and approve project billings, change order entries, and job cost adjustments prior to Controller review
Monitor AR aging and collections activity, partnering with Project Accountants and Operations to resolve issues proactively
Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, purchase orders, and expense allocations
Lead monthly job cost reviews and WIP preparation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and clear variance explanations
Partner with Project Managers and Operations leadership to resolve cost overruns, billing delays, and forecast issues
Ensure job cost reconciliations are performed regularly and discrepancies are addressed promptly
Manage WIP (Work-in-Progress) reporting, including monthly close support and reconciliation between job costs and financial statements
Identify and proactively communicate project cost variances, margin erosion, and potential billing/cash flow risks
Act as first point of escalation for accounting questions related to projects, billing, and transactional issues
Support onboarding and training of accounting team members on systems, processes, and expectations
Reinforce accountability while maintaining a collaborative, solutions-oriented team culture
Lead continuous improvement for project accounting systems, templates, and reporting automation
Manage assigned portions of the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met and reconciliations are complete
Review balance sheet accounts, job cost reports, and supporting schedules prior to submission to the Controller
Prepare and analyze recurring internal reports related to job cost, billing, AP/AR status, and operational metrics
Partner with Finance and Operations to enhance reporting tools and improve forecasting accuracy
Ensure adherence to established accounting policies, internal controls, and documentation standards
Identify process gaps, inefficiencies, or recurring issues and recommend practical improvements
Support system optimization efforts within Sage Intacct, HCSS, and related tools
Assist with audit preparation and respond to audit or external accountant requests as delegated by the Controller
Implement standardized workflows for: Job setup and cost coding, Billing schedules and pay app submissions, Change order tracking and approval, Closeout and retainage release
Coordinate with Operations to support compliance with contract requirements such as: Certified payroll (if applicable), Prevailing wage reporting, Lien waivers, Subcontractor documentation / insurance certificates, Vendor compliance requirements, Certificates of Insurance (“COI”)
Performs other duties as assigned, consistent with the scope and level of the role
Qualification
Required
Strong working knowledge of construction accounting, job cost, WIP, and billing processes
Ability to review work for accuracy, completeness, and compliance, not just perform it
Proven ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage competing deadlines
Strong communication skills with the ability to partner effectively with Operations and Project Management
High level of discretion and judgment when handling sensitive financial information
Advanced Excel skills; strong ERP proficiency (Sage Intacct preferred)
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in construction or project-based accounting
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred)
Prior experience mentoring or leading others strongly preferred
Experience with Sage Intacct and HCSS highly preferred
Company
Rangeline Group
Rangeline Group is a corporation that provides Wet/Hot Tapping, Line Stopping, Valve Inserting, Line Freezing and Specialty Concrete Pipeline Products & Services for almost 30 years.