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Construction Divisional Operations Accounting Manager

Buildlabs Custom Homes, LLC

Bridgehampton, NY

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SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Accounting Software, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Processing, Analysis Skills, Auditing, Billing, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Administration, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Change Requests/Orders, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Projects, Cost Accounting, Cost Allocation, Data Quality, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Executive Assistant Skills , External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Audit, Financial Control, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Services, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Health Insurance, Internal Audit, Interpersonal Skills, Journal Entries, Leadership, Liens, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Multitasking, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Payroll Management, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Procedure Implementation, Process Development, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Purchase Orders, Reconciliation, Residential Construction, Revenue Recognition, Revenue/Sales Reporting, Risk, Strategic Planning, Tax Accounting, Team Player, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, Variance Analysis, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Bridgehampton, NY
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Construction Divisional Operations Accounting Manager
Luxury Residential Construction | Multi-Site Operations


Job Summary


Buildlabs Custom Homes LLC is seeking an experienced and highly hands-on Construction Divisional Operations Accounting Manager to oversee and actively perform all accounting office transactions for a luxury residential construction company with multiple active project sites.


This is a working manager role. In addition to supervising accounting operations and staff, this individual will be responsible for executing day-to-day accounting functions, auditing existing financial processes, and making recommendations to ensure the most accurate, efficient, and scalable accounting practices across the organization.



Responsibilities


Hands-On Accounting & Financial Execution


  • Perform and oversee daily accounting transactions across multiple construction projects, divisions and Buildlabs locations
  • Manage general ledger activity, job cost accounting, cost coding, and project-level financial tracking
  • Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
  • Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
  • Maintain strong internal controls through direct involvement in accounting operations
Construction & Job Cost Accounting


  • Perform and oversee job cost accounting, including budget tracking, cost-to-complete analysis, variance analysis, and forecasting
  • Review project costs, change orders, purchase orders, subcontractor billing, retainage, and draw schedules
  • Prepare and manage WIP (Work in Progress) schedules and revenue recognition
  • Partner with project managers to ensure accurate cost allocation and financial transparency
Auditing, Controls & Process Improvement


  • Audit existing accounting workflows, job cost processes, and financial controls
  • Identify gaps, redundancies, and risk areas impacting accuracy and efficiency
  • Recommend and implement improved accounting procedures and controls
  • Ensure consistency and data integrity across all accounting systems
Leadership & Supervision


  • Supervise, mentor, and support accounting staff while remaining actively involved in daily work
  • Establish workflows, deadlines, and accountability standards
  • Lead by example in both transactional and review-based accounting responsibilities
Reporting & Executive Support


  • Prepare and present financial reports for Buildlabs executive leadership
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives
  • Serve as a financial resource for operational decision-making
  • Coordinate with external auditors, tax professionals, and financial institutions, vendors and clients

Requirements and Qualifications


Education & Credentials


  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (required)
  • CPA license or MBA degree (required)
  • Continuing professional education (CPE) in accounting, finance, or construction-related disciplines preferred

Construction Accounting Experience


  • Minimum 10 years of progressive accounting experience within a construction company
  • Demonstrated expertise in construction-specific accounting, including:
     
    • Job cost accounting and cost code structures
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    • Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting and revenue recognition
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    • Budget-to-actual tracking and cost-to-complete analysis
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    • Change order accounting and financial impact analysis
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    • Retainage, lien waivers, and subcontractor billing
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  • Experience supporting multiple concurrent projects across different job sites

Hands-On Accounting & Execution


  • Proven experience in a working manager or controller role where the individual personally performed accounting tasks in addition to oversight
  • Ability and willingness to:
     
    • Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and adjusting entries
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    • Manage general ledger accuracy and integrity
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    • Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes
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    • Review and process AP/AR, payroll coordination, and job cost entries
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  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues independently

Auditing, Controls & Process Improvement


  • Demonstrated experience auditing internal accounting processes and workflows
  • Ability to evaluate financial controls for accuracy, efficiency, and risk exposure
  • Proven track record of:
     
    • Identifying process gaps, redundancies, and inefficiencies
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    • Recommending improved procedures and control frameworks
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    • Implementing scalable, repeatable accounting processes in growing organizations
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  • Experience preparing for or supporting internal and external audits

Leadership & Management


  • Prior experience supervising, mentoring, or managing accounting staff
  • Ability to set clear expectations, workflows, and deadlines while remaining actively involved in execution
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across accounting, operations, and project teams
  • Comfortable holding team members accountable while maintaining a professional, respectful work environment

Systems & Technical Skills


  • Advanced proficiency with construction accounting and ERP systems
  • Strong Excel skills, including complex formulas, reconciliations, and financial analysis
  • Ability to evaluate accounting systems and recommend improvements or optimizations
  • Experience maintaining data accuracy across multiple platforms and reporting outputs

Business & Communication Skills


  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
  • Ability to translate financial data into actionable operational insights
  • Professional judgment and discretion when handling sensitive financial information
  • Highly organized, deadline-driven, and able to manage competing priorities

Work Environment & Commitment


  • Ability to work in person, full-time, five days per week at one of our Buildlabs office locations
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, detail-oriented construction environment
  • Committed to year-round employment with long-term organizational impact
 



Job Details


  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Schedule: In-person, 5 days per week required
  • Position Type: Year-round, full-time role

Compensation


  • Compensation: From $125,000 per year
  • Annual salary will be determined based on education and experience

Benefits


  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities

About the Company

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Buildlabs Custom Homes, LLC