Job Description
About the Company
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.
- 25 employees | ~$20M revenue
- Profitable and very GP and EBITDA focused.
- 100% subcontracted labor (no self-perform)
- 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 .
The Opportunity
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
Key Responsibilities
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
Profitability & Performance
- Track and analyze project GP weekly
- Identify margin improvement opportunities and cost controls
- Partner with leadership to drive the business towards a higher EBITDA
Team Leadership & Oversight
- 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
Systems & Process
- Maintain and optimize QuickBooks environment
- Strengthen financial processes, reporting, and controls
- Support forecasting, job costing, and financial visibility across projects
What We’re Looking For
Experience
- Construction industry experience required (Design-Build or GC strongly preferred)
- Experience in companies with $20M+ annual revenue is a must
- Background as an Controller, Senior Construction Accountant, or high-level Bookkeeper ready for the next step
- Proven success managing budgets, forecasting, and department accountability
Technical
- Strong QuickBooks experience
- 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
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