Director of Project Accounting ($165,000 - $185,000) plus bonus – Hybrid
LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Project Accounting Manager for a leading company in the engineering and construction industry based in Dallas, TX. This role involves overseeing the financial activities of all company projects, ensuring alignment with organizational financial goals and objectives while leading a team of mid-level project accountants and collaborating closely with senior leadership.
The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with at least 7 years of experience in project accounting and 4 years in a leadership role, ideally within the engineering or construction sectors.
Responsibilities:
- Create and implement financial strategies for project accounting, ensuring they align with the company’s broader objectives.
- Collaborate with operations and project managers to analyze workload distribution and maximize profitability.
- Promote a leadership culture focused on serving the needs of the project accounting team, offering mentorship and support.
- Assess and manage financial risks linked to projects and clients, establishing procedures to protect the company’s financial interests.
- Optimize project accounting processes and systems for greater efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with industry standards.
- Maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements across all client and project financial activities.
- Oversee the preparation of financial reports for projects, ensuring readiness for audits
- Partner with project managers and other key stakeholders to provide actionable financial insights for decision-making.
- Track and evaluate financial performance across teams and projects, providing guidance to improve resource use and profitability.
- Design and deliver training programs to enhance the skills and competencies of the project accounting team.
Client Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
- At least 7 years of project accounting experience
- Extensive experience with financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
- Strong understanding of regulatory and accounting compliance requirements.
Pay Details: $165,000.00 to $190,000.00 per year
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