Accounting Manager

Garney Construction

Overseeing daily accounting operations for Garney’s water and wastewater construction business. Leading accounting staff and ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeNorth Kansas City • Kansas, Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and manage daily accounting operations, potentially including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and general ledger maintenance, as applicable
Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules are completed accurately and timely
Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial transactions prepared by accounting staff
Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of the general ledger and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Assist with the preparation and review of financial statements and supporting schedules
Utilize financial systems including Microsoft Office, Spectrum, Prophix, and Power BI to support reporting and data management
Ensure compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, and applicable financial regulations
Coordinate audit preparation activities and serve as a key point of contact for external auditors
Maintain proper documentation and record retention practices for accounting transactions and financial records
Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, internal controls, and data integrity processes
Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff through coaching, training, and performance feedback
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and service-oriented team environment
Support employee development and succession planning initiatives within the accounting function
Assist with onboarding and training of new accounting personnel
Assist the Financial Controller with annual budgeting, financial forecasting, and variance analysis activities
Support financial reporting and analysis efforts to provide meaningful business insights
Collaborate with operational and financial stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely financial information

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting – Required
5–10 years of progressive accounting experience – Required
Public accounting experience – Strongly Preferred
Experience in the construction industry, preferably water and wastewater or heavy civil construction – Preferred
CPA license or active CPA candidate status – Preferred
Experience with job costing and revenue recognition in a construction environment – Preferred
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
Experience with accounting systems such as Spectrum or similar ERP/accounting platforms
Familiarity with Prophix and Power BI preferred
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Ability to lead, mentor, and develop team members effectively
Ability to work independently while fostering collaboration across departments
Strong professional judgment and decision-making skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
Shares of company stock at no cost starting your first day
401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
Student loan resources
Weekly paychecks
Paid time off
8 paid holidays
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
Free life insurance and disability policy
Free access to healthcare coordinators
Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

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Hard Skills & Tools

accounting operationsaccounts payableaccounts receivablepayroll accountinggeneral ledger maintenancejournal entriesaccount reconciliationsfinancial statementsjob costingrevenue recognition

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscritical-thinking skillsattention to detailverbal communicationwritten communicationorganizational skillstime managementleadershipcollaboration

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in accountingCPA licenseactive CPA candidate status