Grand Rapids, MI- Project Accounting Manager

Owen-Ames-Kimball Co. (O-A-K) is an employee-owned company in Michigan, Florida, and Colorado commercial, educational, and industrial construction landscape for over 130 years. From the 19th-century, we’ve created historical treasures and built  inspiring contemporary design. Today, our talented team continues to transform the landscape where we live, work and play.

About this opportunity:

The Project Accounting Manager oversees all aspects of project accounting operations across the Michigan Division, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting for construction projects. This role leads and develops a team of project accountants, maintaining strong partnerships with project management and field operations to drive accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement. The Project Accounting Manager plays a key role in safeguarding O-A-K’s financial health through proactive risk management, sound internal controls, and consistent execution of accounting standards.

Job responsibilities include:

People Leadership:

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project accountants to ensure consistent performance, professional growth, and alignment with company standards.

Establish clear expectations for timeliness, accuracy, and collaboration.

Promote a culture of accountability and continuous learning within the accounting function.

Collaborate with HR and the Controller to recruit, train, and retain top accounting talent.

Project Financial Oversight

Oversee all client billing processes, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and alignment with contract milestones. Ensure all project accounting activities—including billing, job cost reporting, and WIP analysis—are performed accurately and on schedule.

Oversee owner pay applications and job setup to ensure alignment with contractual terms.

Partner with project managers to review cost performance, resolve discrepancies, and take corrective action where needed to protect project profitability.

Resolve billing or payment issues promptly, maintaining professionalism and responsiveness in all client and subcontractor interactions.

Ensure project accounting reinforces O-A-K’s reputation for accuracy, dependability, and service excellence.

Risk Management & Compliance:

Maintain proactive financial controls that safeguard assets and ensure compliance across all projects.

Identify, assess, and communicate areas of financial risk to the Controller and project leadership.

Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and internal control requirements, including lien waivers, sworn statements, insurance certificates, W-9s, and other documentation.

Administer contracts and change orders accurately and timely, maintaining alignment with company policies.

Month End Close & Reporting:

Coordinate and oversee the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of accruals, WIP reports, and general ledger reconciliations.

Maintain strong procedural and accounting controls to ensure compliance with company standards.

Prepare and review project-level financial reports, including profit/loss analysis and unbilled revenue tracking.

Support annual audit preparation and contribute to financial reporting that drives operational insight and decision-making.

Continuous Improvement & Systems Management

Lead or participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and consistency across the project accounting function.

Leverage Acumatica or similar systems for billing, reporting, and job management.

Collaborate with leadership to identify technology and workflow enhancements that strengthen data integrity and financial insight.

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Leadership – Capacity to inspire and motivate others, manage team dynamics, and guide individuals toward achieving common goals.

Financial Acumen – Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles, reporting standards, and financial analysis.


Integrity & Confidentiality –Demonstrates integrity and discretion in managing sensitive information. Builds trust by safeguarding company, client, and team data and ensuring appropriate level of confidentiality is maintained in all communications and actions.

Compliance Expertise – In-depth understanding of regulatory requirements and audit standards.


Analytical Skills – Skilled in interpreting financial data and identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.


Communication – Clear and effective communicator capable of conveying complex financial information to non-financial leaders.


Systems Knowledge – Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems, with a continuous improvement mindset.

The ideal candidate will possess:

8 Years + of Construction Project Accounting Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.

CPA, CMA, or CCIFP certification preferred.

Experience with construction accounting practices and software (Acumatica or similar) strongly preferred.

Apply today if you’re looking for a great opportunity with a growing company that offers:

An attractive compensation and benefits package including competitive salary, 401k profit sharing arrangement, paid time off, health care benefits and more.

Working with great people. At O-A-K, our close-knit, supportive culture is one of the most rewarding aspects of working here. We’re proud of our low turnover and a team environment where we genuinely enjoy what we do—and have fun doing it!

The ability to make a difference. At O-A-K, our size and culture foster a workplace where your hard work and contributions are recognized and rewarded. You’ll have the satisfaction of seeing our efforts reflected in the communities where we live, work, and making a lasting impact you can be proud of.

Variety of work tasks. The person in this position enjoys a wide variety of tasks and interfaces with several departments. No two days are the same. The work tasks are exciting.

Stable, reputable company. O-A-K was founded in Grand Rapids in 1891. We work with a wide variety of clients and markets throughout Colorado, Florida, and Michigan with an average volume of $400+million worth of construction projects each year.

O-A-K is an equal opportunity, at-will employer, and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment. O-A-K does not discriminate on the basis of race, including but not limited to hair texture or style, culture, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, socio-economic status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics as required by law.

Base pay is positioned within the beginning salary range based on several factors including a candidate’s knowledge, skills and experience with consideration given to internal equity.

Candidates that accept an offer of employment must pass pre-employment testing including a drug and background screen. 

How to Apply:

To submit an application for this position visit:  https://www.owen-ames-kimball.com/careers