Construction Accounting Manager
Frazier & Deeter
Job Description
Join Frazier & Deeter and be a part of a rapidly growing Top 50 accounting & advisory firm that has been repeatedly named a Best Firm to Work For, a Best Firm for Women and a Pacesetter firm among U.S. accounting firms. With several offices across the U.S., UK, and India, there is a spot for you! We serve clients of all sizes across the United States and the globe, with a suite of services that grow every year.
Our growth mindset and entrepreneurial environment translates into variety and opportunity for our people. At Frazier & Deeter, we’re committed to training, mentoring, and developing our staff members. With our emphasis on Investing in Relationships to Make a Difference and a Firmwide Focus on Inclusion, we help each other grow in every aspect of life.
Job Summary: As an Accounting Manager within our Client Accounting Advisory Services (CAAS) team, you will play a critical leadership role specializing in supporting construction industry clients with complex, project-based accounting needs. This position offers the opportunity to work hands‑on with clients in a collaborative, office-based environment, helping to strengthen relationships and expand our growing construction niche. You will oversee full‑cycle accounting operations, deliver strategic financial insight tailored to contractors and developers, and contribute to business development efforts, while leading and mentoring a high‑performing team.
Duties & Responsibilities: Oversee and support construction clients in maintaining accurate, project-based accounting, including managing staff responsible for transaction processing, account reconciliations, financial clean-up, and job cost reporting. Review and analyze financial statements, work‑in‑progress (WIP) schedules, and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition to ensure accuracy and alignment with industry standards. Advise clients on accounting and operational challenges specific to the construction industry, including job costing, cash flow management, and project profitability.
Partner closely with clients in an in‑office, collaborative environment to build relationships and identify opportunities to expand services within the growing construction niche. Stay current on construction accounting trends, GAAP guidance, and industry best practices to proactively support client needs. Lead, coach, and develop junior team members, fostering a high-performing, team-oriented environment.
Ensure timely, high-quality deliverables while consistently exceeding client expectations. Support business development efforts, including contributing to proposals, client presentations, and networking activities to grow the CAAS construction practice. Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
Demonstrated experience in public accounting, consulting, or outsourced accounting environments. 8+ years of experience in industry accounting or public accounting consulting. Construction Industry experience required. Experience with Computerease, Netsuite, Sage Intacct, and/or Foundation.
Experience in leading a team and owning client relationships. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, to collaborate with clients and internal teams. #J-18808-Ljbffr