Manager, Accounting

Safford, Arizona

Onsite | Full-Time

We're seeking an experienced Manager, Accounting to lead site-level accounting and financial operations in a collaborative, engineering work site environment. This role partners closely with site leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and sound financial decision-making.

What You'll Do

• Lead and oversee daily accounting and finance operations for the site
• Manage key functions including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, tax activities, internal audits, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets, and cost analysis
• Prepare profit & loss statements, forecasts, and historical financial reports
• Develop and manage the annual budget, including variance analysis and cost-efficiency initiatives
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and state and federal regulations
• Collaborate with site leadership as part of the management team on strategic and tactical planning
• Support department leaders with budget development and financial guidance
• Provide financial insights and recommendations, including audit firm selection and vendor management
• Lead, coach, and evaluate accounting staff to drive performance and development
• Represent the site on cross-functional or steering committees as needed

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role
• OR
• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 5+ years of experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, budgeting, and financial analysis
• Proven ability to interpret regulations and ensure compliance
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial systems

Preferred

• Experience in mining or other heavy industrial environments

Work Environment

• This is an Engineering job site, environment.
• Primarily office-based with occasional work in operational or industrial settings
• Ability to work effectively in a potentially high-pressure environment
• May require limited lifting (up to 25 lbs) and use of personal protective equipment when applicable

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.