Accounting Manager

We are partnering with a full-service design-build firm that’s dedicated to creating human-centric work environments that inspire productivity, collaboration, and success. This design-build general contractor with in-house design and architectural services, offers a true one-stop solution from concept through completion. Their core focus is renovating premium manufacturing, food, and life science interiors across Northern Illinois, Indiana, and Southern Wisconsin.

• Profitable and very GP and EBITDA focused.
• Zero bid work – all projects sourced through in-house business development
• Aggressive growth plan: $50M in revenue within 3–5 years

This is a highly visible, strategic finance role in a company that runs tight, disciplined books and tracks project GP weekly.

We are seeking a premium Accounting Manager (or exceptionally strong senior-level construction bookkeeper ready to step up) with experience in $20M+ construction environments. This role will be the financial backbone of the organization. You’ll own budgeting, forecasting, accountability, and profitability while partnering closely with department leaders.

A core objective of this role is to increase EBITDA through disciplined budgeting, forecasting, and financial leadership

Financial Leadership & Strategy

• Own and manage the company-wide budget and departmental budgets
• Lead weekly and monthly budget review meetings with each Department Head to drive accountability
• Forecast EBITDA, cash flow, and profitability with accuracy and insight
• Maintain visibility over every financial aspect of the business

• Track and analyze project GP weekly
• Identify margin improvement opportunities and cost controls
• Partner with leadership to drive the business towards a higher EBITDA
• Oversee the existing bookkeeper (AP/AR, billing forecast dates)
• Collaborate with the Senior Accountant (who will remain part-time for tax planning, investing, and year-end budgeting)
• Ensure clean, accurate, and timely financials

• Maintain and optimize Quick Books environment
• Strengthen financial processes, reporting, and controls
• Support forecasting, job costing, and financial visibility across projects

Experience

• Construction industry experience required (Design-Build or GC strongly preferred)
• Experience in companies with $20M+ annual revenue is a must
• Background as a Controller, Senior Construction Accountant, or high-level Bookkeeper ready for the next step
• Proven success managing budgets, forecasting, and department accountability

Technical

• Deep understanding of job costing, WIP, project GP, and construction financials

Leadership & Style

• Confident working directly with Department Heads and ownership
• Comfortable holding leaders accountable to budgets
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and business-minded
• Able to “own the numbers” and drive financial discipline