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We are looking for an experienced WIP (Work in Progress) Manager to oversee financial operations for active projects and installations. This role is instrumental in ensuring accurate job costing, timely billing, and proper revenue recognition. The ideal candidate will work closely with both accounting and operational teams to maintain financial integrity and drive process improvements.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee and maintain the WIP schedule for all ongoing installation and project-based jobs
Collaborate with project managers to confirm job status, completion percentages, and billing readiness
Identify and address unbilled work, invoicing delays, and potential revenue loss
Analyze overbilling and underbilling situations, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies
Ensure revenue is recognized accurately based on project progress and contract terms, adhering to U.S. accounting standards
Monitor project performance by comparing actual costs to budgets and proactively highlighting risks to margins
Reconcile WIP balances with the general ledger and provide accurate data for month-end close
Establish structured processes and accountability for WIP management across accounting and operations
Hold teams accountable for providing timely and accurate updates on job-related financials
Support audit processes related to project accounting and revenue recognition
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
A minimum of 5 years of experience in project-based accounting, job costing, or construction-style financial management
Solid understanding of revenue recognition principles, including percentage-of-completion and milestone billing
Demonstrated expertise in managing or maintaining WIP schedules
Proficiency in advanced Excel functions such as data analysis, reconciliations, and complex formulas
Familiarity with accounting practices in industries such as security, installations, construction, or field services
Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail
Excellent communication abilities, capable of bridging financial and operational teams effectively