<p>A well-established organization is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee day to day accounting operations, financial reporting, and technical accounting activities. This role will lead a small team, partner with leadership across the business, and play a key role in maintaining accurate financial reporting while supporting strategic initiatives and process improvements.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules prepared by accounting staff.</li><li>Lead technical accounting research and implementation for new transactions, accounting standards, and business initiatives.</li><li>Oversee balance sheet integrity and ensure compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.</li><li>Coordinate internal and external audit activities, including preparation of supporting documentation and responses to inquiries.</li><li>Monitor and strengthen internal controls, identifying opportunities to improve processes and reduce risk.</li><li>Partner with operational and executive leadership to provide financial insight and support decision making.</li><li>Mentor and develop accounting team members while fostering accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li>Support system implementations, reporting enhancements, and other cross functional projects.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee financial operations for multiple privately held businesses in Livermore, California. This position serves as a key advisor to company leadership while managing the full accounting cycle, maintaining strong internal controls, and delivering accurate financial information for decision-making. The role is ideal for someone with a background in construction-related accounting who can balance day-to-day execution with high-level financial oversight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the complete accounting function across three related entities, ensuring accurate records, timely transaction processing, and reliable financial data.<br>• Lead daily accounting activities by guiding support staff responsible for payables, receivables, billing administration, payroll input, and other transactional tasks.<br>• Oversee weekly payroll operations, including multistate processing, labor tracking, job cost allocation, and reporting for certified and prevailing wage requirements.<br>• Produce monthly and annual financial statements, management reports, and supporting analyses to highlight performance and operating trends.<br>• Manage customer invoicing, subcontractor disbursements, draw schedules, and lien documentation to keep project-related financial activity aligned with contract milestones.<br>• Monitor construction cost activity by reconciling project expenses, reviewing change orders, and assigning costs accurately across jobs and business units.<br>• Partner with the president and project leadership to review budgets, validate project financials, and support informed operational decisions.<br>• Maintain compliance with applicable tax rules, payroll regulations, and construction-related reporting standards at the state and federal levels.<br>• Prepare schedules and documentation needed for audits, tax filings, and project closeout processes while supporting the use of accounting platforms common to the construction industry.
Key Responsibilities<br>• Lead and perform audits, reviews, and compilations in accordance with professional standards and firm policies.<br>• Plan engagement scope and timing, perform risk assessments, and design appropriate audit procedures.<br>• Prepare and review workpapers, ensuring proper documentation and support for conclusions.<br>• Oversee and execute audit procedures for nonprofit organizations, including grant and compliance areas as applicable.<br>• Perform assurance work for employee benefit/pension plans, including testing contributions, distributions, and investments.<br>• Work on affordable housing engagements, including low-income housing entities and related compliance matters.<br>• Assist with engagements for homeowners associations; prior HOA experience a plus.<br>• Draft and review financial statements, footnote disclosures, management letters, and internal control communications.<br>• Supervise, train, and mentor staff, providing clear instructions and timely feedback.<br>• Monitor engagement budgets and timelines; communicate status and issues to managers/partners.<br>• Identify accounting, auditing, and internal control issues, and propose practical solutions to clients.<br>• Assist with implementation of new accounting and auditing standards for assigned clients.<br>Qualifications<br>• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.<br>• CPA license preferred; candidates actively pursuing licensure considered.<br>• Minimum of 3 years of recent experience in public accounting with a focus on auditing and assurance.<br>• Experience with nonprofit organizations and/or employee benefit plans strongly preferred; affordable housing and HOA experience a plus.<br>• Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP and generally accepted auditing standards.<br>• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and audit/engagement software.<br>• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.<br>• Effective written and verbal communication skills.<br>• Ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines.<br>• Team-oriented with demonstrated leadership and supervisory abilities.
Key Responsibilities<br>• Serve as the primary accounting contact and advisor for an assigned portfolio of client accounts.<br>• Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple clients, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and month-end close.<br>• Set up, maintain, and optimize QuickBooks Online files, including chart of accounts, classes, locations, and integrations.<br>• Prepare and/or review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports for clients.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliations of bank, credit card, and other key balance sheet accounts.<br>• Develop and monitor client-specific accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.<br>• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis for clients; provide insights and recommendations.<br>• Review work performed by staff/accounting specialists, providing direction, training, and performance feedback.<br>• Coordinate with tax and assurance teams to support year-end engagements and information requests.<br>• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement technology and workflow enhancements for clients.<br>• Assist with onboarding new clients, including needs assessment, engagement scoping, and system setup.<br>• Manage engagement deadlines and priorities across multiple clients, communicating proactively with internal teams and client management.<br>Qualifications<br>• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.<br>• CPA license preferred but not required.<br>• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including prior supervisor/manager responsibilities.<br>• Prior experience in a CPA firm or client accounting services environment strongly preferred.<br>• Expert-level proficiency with QuickBooks Online, including advanced features and third-party app integrations.<br>• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP for small to mid-sized businesses.<br>• Experience with non-profit organizations and various reporting requirements related to non-profits.<br>• Proven ability to manage multiple client relationships and competing priorities.<br>• Demonstrated leadership skills, including staff supervision, coaching, and delegation.<br>• High level of comfort working in cloud-based and paperless environments.<br>• Excellent communication and client service skills.<br>• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.