What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interim Director of Accounting position at BrainWorks?
Interim Director of Accounting
Our team at BrainWorks is actively working with an amazing PE-backed construction company in San Diego. This Portfolio Company is owned by one of the Top PE firms in the country with a track record of reutilizing the people that do well for them. We are currently seeking an experienced accounting leader with a deep understanding of Project Accounting to serve as the SME (Subject Matter Expert) for this organization during a transitionary period.
Location: San Diego, CA
Hourly Rate: $90-115/HR
Duration: 3 Months (with potential for extension or conversion)
MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience
Experience in a construction organization of at least $50M in revenue
Experience overseeing the project accounting function for said organization, including an expertise in change orders, rev rec, contracts, cost to complete estimates, claims, settlements, reserves, consolidations, and uninstalled materials
Experience with running minimum 15 concurrent, complex projects
Experience dealing with external auditors
Strong Excel skills (minimum requirement is the creation of Pivot Tables & utilizing Lookups)
Experience with larger ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, etc.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- CPA
- Experience at a Top 50 GC (i.e. Turner, Kiewit, Bechtel, AECOM, etc.)
- Experience in the construction industry with percentage of completion accounting
- Experience in Big 4 public accounting
- Larger GovCon project work
BrainWorks specializes in providing exceptional Interim talent to help businesses navigate critical challenges, maintain continuity, and achieve their goals. Our Interim Practice delivers skilled professionals to ensure your organization is equipped to succeed in transitional or urgent scenarios.
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Backed by our proven process, BrainWorks provides quality, speed, and results to all of our clients. When you partner with us, you’ll receive trusted expertise from consultants dedicated to driving your business forward. Learn more at brainworksinc.com.
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Salary : $90 - $115
