Accounting Manager (Construction)

Accounting Manager (Construction) – Cleanup Project | Onsite Portland, OR | Interim ContractStart: ASAP (targeting early December)Duration: ~1 month (ASAP start) — interim with potential to extend based on project needsLocation: Onsite – Portland, ORHours: Full-time (40 hrs/week)Compensation: $70-80 per hourOverviewBeech Valley is seeking an Accounting Manager for an interim, short-term cleanup engagement supporting a consulting firm client in Portland, OR. This role is best suited for someone who can quickly assess what's incomplete or messy, bring structure to the work, and drive tasks to completion in a controlled and audit-ready way.What You'll DoLead a short-term accounting cleanup effort, prioritizing and executing high-impact fixes quicklyReview and strengthen reconciliations, account support, and close-related deliverablesIdentify gaps in documentation and controls, then implement practical improvementsPartner with stakeholders to clarify ownership, timelines, and dependenciesSupport and operate effectively in a SOX-aware control environment (ensuring workpapers and approvals are audit-ready)What We're Looking ForAccounting Manager-level experience (industry and/or public accounting background)Prior experience in construction accounting strongly preferredComfort working in SOX control environments (controls, documentation, evidence, approvals)Strong operational accounting skills (reconciliations, cleanup, close support)Able to work onsite and move fast with minimal hand-holdingWhy Beech Valley?Flexibility: Accept and reject projects to fit your life and goalsCompensation: Get paid for every hour you workGrowth: Build your network and expand your skill set across exciting clients and projects