Accounting Manager – Commercial HVAC / Mechanical at Bates Air Conditioning – Houston, Texas

Accounting Manager – Commercial HVAC / Mechanical

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

Grow Your Accounting Career with a Respected Houston Mechanical Contractor

Bates Air Conditioning is hiring an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations for our Houston business unit. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced accountant who enjoys ownership, process improvement, and supporting a growing business.

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

If you have experience in construction, commercial HVAC, mechanical contracting, or service-based accounting environments, 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 help ensure accurate, timely financial reporting for the Houston operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage monthly close process and general ledger activity
• Oversee daily accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll support, and reconciliations
• Prepare monthly financial reports for leadership review
• Maintain job costing, WIP schedules, and revenue recognition reporting
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes
• Support annual audits, tax requests, and compliance reporting
• Improve accounting procedures and reporting efficiency
• Partner with operations leaders to monitor job performance and profitability
• Help mentor and support accounting staff as the team grows

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and month-end close processes
• Experience with job costing, WIP accounting, or construction accounting preferred
• ERP experience such as NetSuite or similar strongly preferred
• Background in construction, HVAC, mechanical contracting, or service industries highly preferred
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Hands-on mindset with the ability to solve problems and improve processes

Why Join Bates Air Conditioning?

This is an opportunity to join a respected Houston company where your work will matter, your ideas will be valued, and your career can continue to grow.

If you’re looking for a stable company with real advancement potential, 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

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