Accounting Manager

FMA Builders is hiring an Accounting Manager to take ownership of core financial operations and lead the next chapter of modernization in its back-office systems. This is a high-impact, task-intensive role suited for a construction-savvy accounting professional who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume environments and is excited to partner with leadership on long-term systems improvements. You’ll report directly to the COO and serve as the go-to resource for payroll, billing, monthly close, and project accounting—ensuring stability today and helping shape better processes for tomorrow.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a mission-critical role at a top-tier Bay Area builder, with the potential to help modernize the accounting function alongside an experienced and forward-thinking leadership team. Hybrid flexibility is possible after the initial 4–6 month ramp-up period.

Key Responsibilities:

✅ Full-Cycle Accounting & Payroll Management:
Own Sage 100 Contractor workflows including payroll processing, billing every two weeks, monthly/quarterly/year-end close, 401(k) contributions, and tax payments.

✅ Construction Project Accounting:
Oversee project-level financial tracking, ensure GAAP compliance, and support percentage-of-completion revenue recognition.

✅ Operational Oversight & AP Coordination:
Directly manage the AP function (currently staffed by Mabel), and act as a utility player on tasks like preliminary notices, compliance filings, and owner billings.

✅ System Maintenance & Improvement:
Partner with the COO on process improvement efforts, such as transitioning from manual timesheets to digital platforms and evaluating long-term accounting software upgrades.

Hard Skills:

✔ 5–10+ years of accounting experience in construction, ideally with a general contractor
✔ Deep fluency in Sage 100—non-negotiable
✔ Strong working knowledge of GAAP; formal credentials not required, but practical fluency is
✔ Experience with payroll systems, 401(k) administration, and job cost accounting
✔ Bonus: Knowledge of Sage Intacct, S-Corp tax implications, Cash Balance Plan, and experience migrating accounting systems

Soft Skills:

🔹 Operator Mindset: Comfortable owning tasks end-to-end; thrives in high-volume, high-urgency environments
🔹 Thoughtful Problem Solver: Notices exceptions, flags issues proactively, and brings process insights
🔹 Collaborative & Flexible: Works well across functions; willing to wear multiple hats in a small, tight-knit office
🔹 Professional & Approachable: Positive, can-do attitude under pressure; strong communication with field and office teams

Benefits:

• Annual bonus: typically 5–10%
• Retirement: 10% employer contribution to 401(k) cash balance plan
• No health insurance provided—higher pay covers this cost
• Commuter benefits: paid parking; possible toll/gas stipend