Accounting Manager

Commonwealth Engineers, Inc.Indianapolis, IN

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Job Description

Commonwealth Engineers, Inc. is seeking an Accounting Manager to join our award-winning engineering design and consulting firm in our Indianapolis North Office. This position will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and will play a key part in maintaining and improving day-to-day accounting operations. The ideal candidate will bring a high level of ownership, strong leadership capabilities, and experience supporting engineering, architecture, consulting, or project-based businesses. Responsibilities will include hands-on leadership and production of payroll, financial reporting, work in progress, client invoicing, and a variety of other accounting functions.ResponsibilitiesDuties related to this position include but are not limited to:Manage Work-in-Progress (WIP) reporting activities to ensure accurate project financial performance tracking, revenue recognition, and profitability analysis

Assist with client invoicing ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with contractual requirements

Assist with client & subconsultant contract management ensuring compliance with contractual terms, billing requirements, and company policies

Monitor client accounts receivable, support collection efforts, and collaborate with project managers and clients to facilitate timely payment of outstanding invoices

Oversee and review payroll processing and related compliance activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to applicable regulations

Assist with financial reporting

Assist with month-end and year-end closing

Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements and operational efficiencies to strengthen internal controls and enhance department performance

Provide leadership, coaching, performance management, and professional development opportunities for accounting team members

Qualifications/SkillsBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required (Master's degree or CPA preferred)Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience required - service-based revenue model accounting experience preferred

Professional experience in engineering, architecture, legal, consulting, or a related professional services environment

Demonstrated leadership experience with responsibility for staff supervision, coaching, and development

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Primarily Microsoft Excel)Experience with Deltek software products or similar project management-based software is preferred

BenefitsCommonwealth has earned our reputation as a leader in the water resource industry. Join our award-winning engineering and consulting firm and receive these benefits:Competitive base salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Long-term and short-term disability insurance including maternity and paternity leave

Supplemental InsuranceAD&D coverage

Matching 401(k) & profit sharing

Annual performance bonus

Additional incentive pay for each hour worked in excess of the 40-hour schedule

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible scheduling

Professional development opportunities

Employee outings

All offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

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