Construction Accounting Manager at Howland Company in Boston, MA

Residential General Contractor seeking an experienced Accounting Manager for a full-time position in Greater Boston. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on accounting and financial management experience, with strong expertise in construction-specific software and processes like BuilderTrend, QuickBooks management, job costing, and AIA billing. This is a great opportunity to lead our financial operations and work directly with an established team of project managers, site supervisors, and company leadership supporting award-winning projects designed by New England's premier architecture firms.

Responsibilities

The Accounting Manager oversees the end-to-end financial operations of the business, combining full-charge bookkeeping duties with controller-level oversight. Key responsibilities include:

• Job Costing: Maintain accurate project cost accounting, monitor job profitability, and partner with Project Managers to analyze budget variances.
• Accounts Receivable & Billing: Manage progress billings, owner invoices, AIA billing formats (G702/G703), and collections.
• Accounts Payable & Subcontractors: Oversee subcontracts, invoice processing, insurance compliance, vendor payments, and annual 1099 reporting.
• Payroll & HR Support: Process internal payroll, manage certified payroll records where required, and track employee benefits and paid time off.
• General Ledger & Reporting: Reconcile bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and credit cards; prepare month-end/year-end close statements; and compile monthly financial reports for executive leadership.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor daily cash flow, project future liquidity needs, and manage vendor/trade line relations.
• Compliance & Audit: Coordinate with external CPA firms for annual tax preparation, manage workers' comp audits, and maintain state licensing and insurance documentation.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years specifically within residential construction or general contracting.
• Proficiency in construction accounting software (e.g., BuilderTrend, Bill.com, QuickBooks Premier/Online, or similar) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (or equivalent professional experience).
• Active Driver's License and daily access to a vehicle for occasional travel between regional offices.
• References from past employers and/or industry partners.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and annual bonus opportunities
• High potential for increased responsibility and salary growth
• Paid vacation (after vesting period)
• Matching 401k (after vesting period)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave

Schedule

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Hybrid Office and Work from Home Option Available

Compensation Range

• $35.00–$50.00/hr ($75,000–$100,000/year equivalent), depending on experience and qualifications.

Location

Primary office presence in Greater Boston, MA, serving projects throughout Greater Boston and the South Coast. Candidates must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work with daily access to a vehicle.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity in our team. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.