Accounting Manager The Waldinger Corp. - 3.2 Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time 3 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing AD&D insurance Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Associate's degree Full Job Description Description Accounting Manager - Construction Des Moines, IA | The Waldinger Corporation The Waldinger Corporation is looking for an Accounting Manager - Construction to lead the accounting operations behind our construction business line. This isn't a back-office reporting role — you'll be embedded in the day-to-day financial engine of active construction projects: job costing, billings, payables, and working capital, all while mentoring a team and partnering directly with project and operations leadership. If you love the operational side of accounting — tracking real project economics, catching issues before they become problems, and keeping cash flow healthy on complex jobs — this is your seat.

What You'll Own:

Operational Accounting Leadership — Drive billing and accounts payable processing for the construction business line, ensuring job estimates, contracts, and change orders are entered accurately and on time. Month-End Ownership — Lead the monthly job closure process, partner with corporate on financial questions, and guide your team through department reviews. Forecasting & Planning — Own the monthly forecast process across assigned construction operating units, giving leadership a real-time read on project performance. Budget Partnership — Play a key role in the year-end budgeting cycle alongside senior leadership. Working Capital Management — Protect the financial health of every project: run credit checks on clients and prospects, monitor over/under billings, and help manage inventory carrying costs. Team Leadership — Supervise, coach, and grow a construction accounting team, building a strong bench for the future.

What You Bring:

5-7 years of accounting experience (construction or project-based accounting a plus) Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field A sharp eye for detail and comfort managing multiple active projects at once Willingness for occasional travel Why You'll Want to

Stay:

Real advancement — this role reports into a team with a clear path for growth at a stable, established company Continuing education and tuition reimbursement to keep building your expertise 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing Full health, dental, and vision coverage Paid holidays and paid vacation Health club reimbursement + a wellness plan with lifestyle spending account Term, AD&D, and dependent life insurance Prepaid legal services The Waldinger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans, and participates in E-Verify.