Accounting Manager – Commercial HVAC / Mechanical Construction

Accounting Manager – Commercial HVAC / Mechanical Construction

Bates Air Conditioning
Houston, TX (On-Site)
$80,000 – $100,000 annually (based on experience)

Lead Accounting Operations for a Growing Mechanical Contractor

Bates Air Conditioning is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager with a strong background in construction accounting, job costing, and WIP accounting to oversee day-to-day accounting operations for our Houston business unit.

This is a hands-on leadership role for an accounting professional who understands the financial complexities of commercial construction and mechanical contracting environments. The ideal candidate will bring prior experience supporting project-based businesses where accurate job costing, revenue recognition, and work-in-progress reporting are critical to operational success.

This position reports directly to executive leadership and offers long-term career growth within a stable and expanding organization.

If you have prior accounting experience in commercial HVAC, mechanical contracting, construction, or other project-based industries, we’d like to speak with you.

About Bates Air Conditioning

For over 60 years, Bates Air Conditioning has built a strong reputation throughout the Houston market for dependable HVAC installation, maintenance, and service.

We proudly serve:

• Office Buildings 
• Medical Facilities 
• Commercial Properties 
• Industrial Facilities 

Our company is built on long-term customer relationships, technical expertise, and responsive service. We continue to grow and are looking for professionals who want to grow with us.

Compensation & Benefits

• $80,000 – $100,000 starting salary 
• Weekly Pay 
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 
• Life Insurance 
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 
• 401(k) with company match 
• Paid Time Off based on experience 
• Paid Holidays 
• Career advancement opportunities 
• Stable, growing company with long-term opportunity 

What You’ll Do

As the Accounting Manager, you will oversee daily accounting functions and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting for a project-driven commercial HVAC and mechanical contracting operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage monthly close process and general ledger activity 
• Oversee daily accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll support, and reconciliations 
• Maintain and oversee accurate job costing and project accounting processes 
• Prepare and manage WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion reporting, and revenue recognition 
• Monitor project profitability, cost tracking, and financial performance across active jobs 
• Prepare monthly financial reports for leadership review 
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning 
• Support annual audits, tax requests, and compliance reporting 
• Improve accounting procedures, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency 
• Partner closely with operations and project management teams to support business performance 
• Mentor and support accounting staff as the department grows 

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required 
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience 
• Prior accounting experience in construction, mechanical contracting, commercial HVAC, or other project-based industries required 
• Strong experience with: 
  • Job costing 
  • Work-in-progress (WIP) accounting 
  • Percentage-of-completion accounting 
  • Revenue recognition for construction or project-based work 
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and month-end close processes 
• ERP experience such as NetSuite or similar accounting systems strongly preferred 
• Strong Excel and financial reporting skills 

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred 
• Experience supporting service and construction operations within the trades industry highly preferred 
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills 
• Ability to communicate effectively with both accounting and operations teams 
• Hands-on mindset with the ability to improve processes and support a growing business 

Why Join Bates Air Conditioning?

This is an opportunity to join a respected Houston mechanical contractor where your accounting expertise will directly impact business operations and profitability.

You’ll work alongside experienced leadership in a stable, growing company that values long-term employees, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

If you’re looking for a role where your construction accounting experience will truly matter — and where you can continue to grow professionally — we’d like to meet you.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to take the next step in your accounting career, apply now to join Bates Air Conditioning in Houston, TX.

We appreciate all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please do not call our office to check on your application.

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