Pipe & Plant, Inc. Accounting Manager Job Description

It is estimated that there are over 1.3M miles (over six billion feet) of sewer pipe in the United States, and over half of it is at the end of its usable life. The pipe is failing faster than cities or municipalities can replace it. As one of the three companies in the US that can do this well, this is where we step in and we are looking for a detail-oriented accounting professional looking for an opportunity to take the lead of a growing team. Not only is this niche industry recession-proof, but this job offers the unique opportunity to work alongside the key players driving this fast-growing company's success.

• Title: Accounting Manager
• Reporting to: Chief of Staff
• Salary Range: $115,000-$140,000
• Hybrid Details: Our Accounting Manager will work in the office three days a week but have the flexibility to work from home two days a week after the initial training period.

Who You Are

As the Accounting Manager at Pipe & Plant, you will utilize your full-cycle accounting experience to streamline processes, implement systems, and ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. With 5 years of experience managing accounting functions, you have a proven track record of overseeing payroll, month-end close, financial reporting, and more. Your construction industry background gives you an in-depth understanding of certified payroll, job costing, and the nuances of project accounting. Above all, you are a leader who enjoys mentoring others to success.

Pipe & Plant values leaders who are flexible problem-solvers. As our company expands, you will have the freedom to shape the accounting department with structure and innovation. Working closely with the executive team, you will play a strategic role in forecasting, budgeting, and guiding financial decisions. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a dynamic accounting function and take your career to the next level.

Job Description

The Accounting Manager at PPSI is responsible for managing all accounting functions to ensure the accuracy of the Company’s financial statements. This includes overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, financial reporting, month-end close process, and general ledger management. The role also involves preparing account reconciliations and analyses, project accounting, budgeting, cash flow modeling, and working with our outside CPA firm. Additionally, the Accounting Manager will supervise and mentor a staff accountant and handle construction accounting tasks such as certified payroll and prevailing wage work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle accounting and month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and financial reporting
• Administration of certified payroll reporting
• Manage accounts receivable, including billing and collections
• For select projects, administer temporary union reporting including PLA compliance and contributions
• Handle accounts payable, including invoicing and check runs
• Process weekly payrolls accurately and on time, ensuring labor costs are allocated correctly
• Administer employee benefits, 401k, garnishments, onboarding, and offboarding
• Prepare and analyze Work in Progress (WIP) reports
• Assist with the preparation of the annual budget and cash forecasting
• Maintain fixed asset schedules
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and construction accounting standards
• Coordinate annual insurance audits and prepare business property statements, business licenses, and file necessary property tax forms
• Implement and oversee internal control systems and procedures
• Interface with clients, vendors, payroll companies, insurance brokers, and accounting software providers
• Identify process improvements and implement enhanced processes and controls

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a relevant field preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Accounting Manager or equivalent role, with a preference for 10 years of experience
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the construction industry, including experience with certified payroll and prevailing wage work
• Proficient with Viewpoint Vista, Spectrum or ProContractor or similar construction software (Foundation) is preferred
• Advanced skills in Google Sheets and/or Excel
• Experience managing and mentoring a team
• High attention to detail and accuracy

Skills

• Strong general ledger management and financial reporting skills
• Ability to prepare and analyze budgets and forecasts
• Excellent understanding of construction accounting and GAAP
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interfacing with various stakeholders, including top-level executives at the company

What Does Success Look Like in 24 Months?

• Pipe and Plant Solutions has migrated to a new and more efficient ERP System
• The accounting department has full ownership of billing and accounts receivable
• You’ve built and are leading a team of accounting specialists and/or staff accountants who handle AR and AP
• PPSI is following a proactive and well-organized accounting schedule with a timely accounting close that you have helped build and fine-tune
• Cross-department collaboration is proactive between accounting and operations with a schedule for compliance information sharing
• PPSI and its external financial advisors and CPA meet at least monthly to review the company’s progress and preparation for its annual Reviewed Financial Statement begins early each year and the Review is completed by April

Who We Are

Established in 2011, Pipe & Plant, Inc. (PPSI) is a full-service underground infrastructure inspection, cleaning, and maintenance company based in the San Francisco Bay Area. We provide construction maintenance services for the Bay Area's largest municipalities specializing in Public Works projects and in the private sector. We protect the health of the environment and the strength of our communities. We guard infrastructure against imminent failure by delivering a champion workforce and innovative solutions. To achieve this, we perform work for municipal, industrial, and residential clients across California. Our services include heavy civil engineering and construction, large-diameter pipeline cleaning, CCTV inspection and condition assessment, utility potholing, cross-bore inspections, digester tank cleaning, wastewater treatment plant services, and infrastructure asset management.

Pipe & Plant's competitive advantage is always to bring a fresh perspective to solve the environmental challenges facing the underground infrastructure industry. We take a holistic approach to everything we do. Our clients get the advantage of working with the best team in the business, combining industry-leading experience with a strong commitment to project safety.

Join PPSI and contribute to maintaining and enhancing the financial health of a company dedicated to providing top-tier construction maintenance services.