Project Accounting Manager, Core

Project Accounting Manager

Who we are:

Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Who we are looking for:

Our Construction & Prefabrication Services (C&PS) strategic business unit is looking for a Project Accounting Manager who will be responsible for supporting project accounting, month end close and financial reporting and analysis. Our ideal candidate has strong analytical skills. We also value integrity, team spirit and strong organizational skills.

What you’ll do:

• Supervise, develop, and train a team of project administrators.
• Seeks continuous improvement in process and procedures.
• Learn and develop standard work within contract review.
• Report and record construction forecasts.
• Develop reports and KPIs to track and monitor project activity.
• Audit project cost projections and report on variances and revenue recognition in accordance with Sox.
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Review purchase orders, invoices, and supplier contracts, across both a/p and a/r.

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 5-7 years of experience in a project-based role, preferably in construction or a similar field.
• Previous experience in or with leading or supervising teams preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with flexibility and adaptability to change.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and support a team.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience in multi-state projects a plus.

Within 3 months, you’ll:

• Complete your Atkore immersion program.
• Develop relationships with the key stakeholders for this role.
• Have learned the fundamentals of our company’s internal software and processes.

Within 6-months, you’ll:

• Take full ownership of project reporting, forecasting, analysis and audits.
• Take full ownership over recurring journal entries and reconciliations.
• Assist Controller with creation of ad-hoc financial reports.
• Assist Controller with analysis and reporting of balance sheet fluctuations.

Within 12-months, you’ll:

• Provide suggestions for improvement to current processes that pertain to your responsibilities.
• Be subject matter expert in your processes.

Atkore is a four-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a two-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and stays focused on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!