Corporate Accounting Manager

Company Overview:
Bragg Companies, established in 1946, is a leader in crane services, heavy rigging, specialized lifting, and heavy haul logistics, serving diverse sectors such as construction, energy, aerospace, petrochemical, and infrastructure development. With a commitment to safety, precision, and innovation, Bragg offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes crane rental, rigging, heavy transport, engineering, and turnkey lifting solutions. Our extensive fleet and experienced team enable us to tackle complex projects with reliability and efficiency.

Headquartered in California and with multiple locations across the Western United States, Bragg Companies provides solutions that are both cost-effective and tailored to each client’s unique requirements. Our dedication to safety, technical expertise, and customer service excellence supports our clients in meeting their most demanding project goals while minimizing risk and ensuring operational continuity.

Position Overview:
The Corporate Accounting Manager, reporting directly to the Corporate Controller, plays a key role in the finance transformation at Bragg Companies. This position is essential to modernizing the company’s accounting systems and operations, improving internal controls, and refining accounting policies and procedures. As Bragg Companies continues its transformation, the Corporate Accounting Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Finance, IT, and other business partners, to drive efficiencies and maintain accuracy in accounting operations. Additionally, this role will manage general accounting tasks, balance sheet reconciliations, and monthly financial reporting, while fostering a culture of process improvement and teamwork within the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounting Operations: Oversee general accounting tasks, month-end close, preparation and review of balance sheet reconciliations, and the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports.
• System Implementations: Evaluate, recommend, and implement new systems that improve transaction processing and streamline the month-end close process to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement, including general ledger (G/L) posting, reconciliation automation, and the reduction of manual tasks during the month-end close.
• Technical Accounting Research: Analyze and propose appropriate accounting treatments for unique and complex transactions, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Financial Statement Processes: Develop, document, and implement processes for financial statement close procedures, ensuring smooth, efficient, and compliant financial reporting.
• Team Development: Mentor, guide, and coach the accounting team to maintain high levels of performance and contribute to a collaborative, results-driven work environment.
• Financial Analysis: Compile and analyze financial information, including payment and cash flow analysis, to provide insights that support decision-making across the company.
• Audit Coordination: Manage the preparation of financial statements and coordinate the annual audit process, ensuring all supporting documentation is accurate and readily available for external auditors.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.
• Professional Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, including financial analysis, financial reporting, technical accounting, or general ledger responsibilities. Previous experience in managing a team is preferred. Audit experience is a plus.
• System Implementations: Demonstrated experience in implementing and optimizing financial/accounting systems to improve operations.
• Process Improvement: Experience in accounting department transformations, designing, and implementing process improvements.
• Technical Accounting: Strong understanding of accounting principles (US GAAP) and proven experience researching accounting guidance, drafting accounting memos, and applying technical accounting treatments.
• Communication Skills: Strong ability to identify and articulate challenges in accounting processes and collaborate with leadership to propose and implement process improvements.
• Experience in Large Companies: Experience working at companies with revenues exceeding $300M.
• ASC 606: Familiarity with ASC 606 revenue recognition, particularly for construction service contracts.

Work Environment:

• Location: The position is based at Bragg Companies' Corporate Headquarters in Long Beach, CA.
• Physical Demands: Standard office environment with prolonged periods of sitting and computer use. Occasional movement between office areas may be required.

What We Offer:

• Salary: $135,000 - $150,000 per year, based on experience, qualifications, and skills.
• Health and Wellness Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plans with company matching contributions.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Application Process:
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you’re interested in this position. We look forward to hearing from you! For more information about Bragg Companies and to stay updated, visit our website: Bragg Companies.

Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

EEOC STATEMENT:
Bragg Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or marital status. Bragg complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.