Finance and HR Manager

Finance and HR Manager

We’re seeking a driven and detail-oriented Finance and HR Manager to join our high-performance team at the heart of a growing landscape construction company. This is a critical seat with real impact—responsible for keeping the financial engine running smoothly, maintaining compliance, and supporting the people who make it all happen.

You’ll report directly to senior leadership and work cross-functionally with operations, project management, and field teams. This role blends precision accounting, proactive HR support, and hands-on office management. It’s ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves solving problems, and wants the opportunity to grow into a leadership position.

This seat begins one level below the leadership team—with a clear, defined path to earn a seat at the table based on performance, ownership, and alignment with our values.

Finance and HR Manager – Roles & Responsibilities

This role starts one level below the leadership team, with a clear opportunity to grow into a leadership seat based on performance, ownership, and alignment with company values.

Leadership, Management, Accountability (LMA)

• Provide leadership and oversight within the administrative, finance, and HR functions.
• Ensure clarity, accountability, and follow-through on all assigned duties.
• Foster strong communication and alignment between field, office, and leadership teams.

Finance & Accounting

• Reconcile accounts and ensure accurate financial records.
• Manage weekly payroll processing and reconciliation in coordination with field reporting.
• Perform financial reporting and assist with budget tracking and forecasting.
• Manage AR/AP processes, ensuring timely billing and payment cycles.
• Lead project billing processes including AIA applications and tracking.
• Maintain accurate fringe report data entry and CCIP (Contractor Controlled Insurance Program) reporting.
• Handle credit applications and vendor account setup.

HR & Administration

• Support employee lifecycle activities including onboarding, offboarding, and compliance tracking.
• Review payroll submissions and ensure accuracy across departments.
• Maintain accurate HR records and assist with benefits administration.
• Coordinate contractor pre-qualification documentation and compliance tracking.
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and HR best practices.

Office Management

• Manage day-to-day office operations and administrative workflows.
• Serve as secondary point of contact for inbound phone calls.
• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems.
• Support internal process improvements and documentation.

RequirementsExperience & Skills

• 3–5 years of experience in finance/accounting, HR, or office management—construction industry experience strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of payroll, fringe benefits, and AR/AP processes
• Proven experience with account reconciliation, financial reporting, and project billing (AIA billing experience is a major plus)
• Familiarity with CCIP, certified payroll, and compliance tracking is highly desirable
• HR administration experience including onboarding, payroll review, and documentation
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail—able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience using QuickBooks for job cost accounting, payroll, and financial reporting
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
• Comfortable communicating with field teams, vendors, and leadership—both written and verbal

Mindset & Characteristics

• High level of personal accountability and follow-through
• Strong problem-solver who takes initiative and owns their outcomes
• Approaches tasks with a service mindset and positive attitude
• Respects confidentiality and handles sensitive information with discretion
• Eager to learn, grow, and contribute at a high level
• Interested in taking on more responsibility and potentially stepping into a leadership role

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, human resources, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Positive, team-oriented culture