Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Accounting Manager

Financial Accounting +1Updated on Nov 13

Full-timeMaumee, OH, USA$100k - $120k /yrHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
Seven to 15 years of accounting experience, including at least three years as an Accounting Manager, is required.
Ability to meet tight deadlines is required.
Experience with Deltek software, including VantagePoint, Vision, Costpoint, and/or Ajera, is required.
Strong knowledge of project accounting, work in progress (WIP), ASC 606, and ASC 842 is required.
Overhead Rate Audit and FAR Part 31 experience is required.

Responsibilities

Lead the monthly close process, including account reconciliations, trial balance reviews, and preparation of financial statements for management and ownership review.
Oversee general ledger activities, ensuring accurate account coding, journal entries, and period-end adjustments.
Manage accounts receivable functions by monitoring invoicing accuracy, reviewing aging reports, and identifying collection issues.
Coordinate payroll administration with the external payroll processor, ensuring accurate timesheet reporting and proper labor cost allocation to projects.
Support internal and external audit activities, including FAR compliance requirements, preparation of schedules, reconciliations, and audit documentation.
Assist with cash flow forecasting by monitoring billings, collections, and overall cash position in collaboration with accounting leadership.
Partner with the Controller to support day-to-day accounting operations and financial management activities.
Manage accounting processes across multiple legal entities and project-based business segments.
Ensure accurate project costing and cost allocations to support financial reporting and project profitability analysis.
Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
Maintain compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.

Desired Qualifications

CPA and MBA are preferred.
An architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry background is strongly preferred.

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc. (MSG) is a people focused, award-winning, full-service consulting firm that offers a wide array of services including civil and geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, planning, landscape architecture, agriculture, surveying and construction support. Our talented staff of more than 650+ professionals deliver integrated planning, design, engineering and construction solutions.

As MSG continues to grow, we're seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join our Finance team. Reporting directly to the Controller this influential role will help guide the company's daily & monthly accounting operations to support long-term business growth.

We're looking for a proactive accounting leader who combines strong technical expertise with a collaborative mindset. The successful candidate will work across departments, provide valuable financial insight, and help ensure the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of our financial operations.

Lead the monthly close process, including account reconciliations, trial balance reviews, and preparation of financial statements for management and ownership review.
Oversee general ledger activities, ensuring accurate account coding, journal entries, and period-end adjustments.
Manage accounts receivable functions by monitoring invoicing accuracy, reviewing aging reports, and identifying collection issues.
Coordinate payroll administration with the external payroll processor, ensuring accurate timesheet reporting and proper labor cost allocation to projects.
Support internal and external audit activities, including FAR compliance requirements, preparation of schedules, reconciliations, and audit documentation.
Assist with cash flow forecasting by monitoring billings, collections, and overall cash position in collaboration with accounting leadership.
Partner closely with the Controller to support day-to-day accounting operations and financial management activities.
Manage accounting processes across multiple legal entities and project-based business segments.
Ensure accurate project costing and cost allocations to support financial reporting and project profitability analysis.
Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
Maintain compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required (CPA & MBA preferred)
7-15 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years as an Accounting Manager
Ability to meet tight deadlines
AEC industry background strongly preferred
Deltek software experience required (VantagePoint, Vision, Costpoint, and/or Ajera)
Strong knowledge of project accounting, WIP, and ASC 606 & 842
Overhead Rate Audit & FAR Part 31 experience

About the Company

Trilon Group

Infrastructure consulting for transportation and water

Trilon Group provides infrastructure consulting in transportation, water, and municipal systems in the Mid-Atlantic region. It works by partnering with local governments, municipalities, and private clients to deliver planning, design support, and project management through fee-based engagements, expanding capabilities through alliances with firms like Rinker Design Associates and Wilson Engineers. The company differentiates itself with a platform-style growth approach backed by private equity and a People First culture focused on talent development. Its goal is to expand service offerings and market presence in the Mid-Atlantic by building scalable partnerships and using capital to support growth.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $200M
Headquarters: Denver, CO
Founded: 2021

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