ACCOUNTING MANAGER
Fortify Companies
Corporate / Hybrid
Full-Time
About Us
Fortify Companies is building the future of property protection. Our roots are in restoration—helping families and businesses recover when disaster strikes—but our vision goes well beyond recovery. We align insurance carriers, property owners, and service providers across prevention, response, restoration, and rebuild.
Through our family of companies operating in more than 210 markets nationwide, we deliver coordinated care backed by Summit Partners. Our teams, technology, and local expertise come together to reduce losses, accelerate recoveries, and create outcomes clients and partners can trust.
Our Brand Values
- Safety first, always: We hold ourselves to the highest standard to protect our people, partners, and communities
- Showing up with a service heart: We lead with integrity, accountability, and care
- Bringing the energy: We take ownership, move decisively, and solve problems
- Predictability in the unpredictable: We build scalable systems that drive consistency and clarity
- Driving success together: Collaboration fuels better outcomes across the organization
About the Job
As an Accounting Manager, you will oversee the day‑to‑day accounting operations of a fast‑paced, private equity–backed, multi‑site restoration and construction services organization. You are responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting while partnering closely with operations and leadership to drive profitability and informed decision‑making.
This role is critical to ensuring strong financial controls, timely reporting, and scalable processes that support our continued growth.
What You’ll Do
- Manage daily accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and payroll support
- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparation and analysis of financial statements
- Manage revenue recognition in accordance with ASC 606
- Oversee lease accounting under ASC 842 across multiple locations and asset classes
- Oversee job costing, work‑in‑progress (WIP) schedules, and project margin reporting across service lines
- Partner with operations leaders and project managers to analyze profitability and improve financial performance
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
- Manage year‑end external audit processes, including documentation and internal control requests
- Partner with external tax preparers to ensure federal and state compliance
- Develop, maintain, and enhance internal controls to safeguard company assets
- Conduct regular and ad‑hoc financial analysis to support leadership decision‑making
- Identify cost‑saving opportunities and process improvements
- Contribute to the development of financial policies, procedures, and scalable systems
- Assist with project bids, close‑out requirements, and financial review
- Provide financial training and support to operational and administrative staff as needed
- Manage, coach, and mentor accounting team members, providing clear guidance and performance feedback
- Stay current on accounting standards, regulatory changes, and industry best practices
Ready to Join Us?
If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, take pride in building strong financial foundations, and want to be part of a company that is redefining how restoration and recovery businesses operate, we’d love to hear from you.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Fortify Companies is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
What You’ll Bring
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 8+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
- Experience managing month‑end close in a multi‑entity environment
- Advanced Excel skills and ERP system proficiency
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and compliance
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
- Ability to communicate effectively and partner cross‑functionally with operational leaders
Preferred
- CPA or CMA designation
- Public accounting experience
- Experience in construction, restoration, or project‑based accounting
- Experience with insurance claims and TPA billing
- Multi‑entity accounting experience
- Experience with Sage Intacct
What We Offer
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Company technology and resources to support success
- Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities
Culture & Opportunity
- High‑impact leadership role within a PE‑backed, growth‑oriented organization
- Strong partnership with operations and executive leadership
- Opportunity to build scalable financial processes as the company grows
- Collaborative, values‑driven culture focused on accountability and results
- Clear path for continued professional advancement
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