Accounting Manager

Company: Fortis Construction, Inc.
Location: Portland
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

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Position Description The Accounting Manager a ssists the Controller in leading the organization's finance & accounting functions including the development and maintenance of accounting policies, principles, practices, and procedures. The Accounting Manager provides leadership and establishes a collaborative and innovative environment for work groups focusing on quality, customer service and process improvement. Duties

• Oversee the efficient and timely processing of accounting processes in the functional areas of Accounts Receivable, Subcontract Accounting, Trades Payables, and Job Cost Accounting.
• Preparation of financial statements and related reports:
• Preparation of the quarterly internal financial statements including the preparation and review of all supporting schedules and consolidation, if necessary.
• Preparation of monthly internal revenue projections.
• Preparation of schedules for the year end audit and tax return(s).
• Preparation and/or review of periodic state and local tax reports and other submittals, as necessary.
• Preparation and/or review of subcontractor financial statement analysis for qualification purposes.
• Preparation and/or review of account reconciliations, journal entries and job costs.
• Develop effective accounting information systems and processes:
• Maintain and revise workflow and process documentation for all areas of responsibility as needed.
• Develop technical knowledge and understanding of Viewpoint to leverage its capabilities in the overall operation of the company . Skills -- Ability to adapt and adjust to changing priorities and changing sense of urgency. -- Ability to critically analyze complex and varied information to make business recommendations. -- Ability to work collaboratively with people from multiple departments. -- Ability to be organized, so that all job duties are completed on time and accurately. -- Demonstrated skills in prioritizing and providing responsive service to others. -- Demonstrated skills in business process analysis to ensure efficient production with appropriate internal controls. -- Demonstrated skills in coordinating the timely work of others. Position Requirements -- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business, or an equivalent combination of work experience and education and at least 5 years of Public Accounting experience as well as experience managing accounting staff. -- CPA / CMA or equivalent certification (preferred) -- Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP, including the preparation of proportionate and consolidated financial statements. -- Comprehensive knowledge of cost accounting and the work in progress schedule. -- Working knowledge of state and local taxes. -- Working knowledge of payroll taxes and related liabilities. -- At least 3 years of Construction industry experience strongly preferred. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Equal Opportunity Employer Fortis is an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identification or citizenship status. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate the needs of disabled employees.

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