Associate Project Accountant

DFC Company Entity: DFC Company

Shift and Time: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Summary:

• Support the accounting team by combining core accounting responsibilities with project-level financial administration.
• Help drive accurate financial reporting by monitoring job-specific metrics, including revenue recognition, costs incurred to date, and margin recognition.
• Play a key role in the job setup process by ensuring accurate data entry and job build information.
• Maintain accurate job cost records for active projects to support reliable job costing and timely updates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with customer billing processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and reliable revenue recognition.
• Support the creation, modification, review, and closure of purchase orders related to project and accounts payable functions, ensuring proper coding and documentation.
• Assist with approved job cancellations and credit requests in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Provide support and backup coverage across various Accounting and Finance functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, tax filings, and other key accounting processes.
• Assist with month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and other general accounting responsibilities.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying efficiencies and implementing best practices across accounting and project accounting workflows.
• Support the VP of Finance with job analysis, financial reporting, audit preparation, and other reporting needs.
• Utilize financial and project management systems to maintain accurate records and support effective financial decision-making.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Two-year associates or BS degree in Accounting, Finance, Payroll or related field from an accredited college is required. Three (3) years of directly related experience is a plus. Experience with construction ERP systems (such as Vista) and project/job costing is a plus.

Experience and Skills Required:
1. A high degree of personal integrity, strong professional judgment, and positivity.
2. High level of organization, including managing physical paper and electronic files effectively.
3. Attention to detail and strong sense of urgency in completing tasks.
4. Demonstrated strong technology and computer skills required.
5. Construction or related industry knowledge and experience preferred.
6. Organizational abilities to track multiple deadlines and reporting requirements.
7. Ability to suggest and implement process improvements.
8. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and have good public relations skills.
9. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Safety is #1 at DFC: Our expectation is that every employee: 1) strictly follows safety policies, rules, and safe work methods. 2) Promptly corrects or reports safety hazards or unsafe conditions. 3) Promptly reports injuries for diagnosis and treatment. 4) Makes regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous improvement in safety.

Company Overview: DFC Company (Dakota Fence, 3D Specialties, Sign Solutions USA, Dakota Playground, Park & Play USA, Town & Country Fence, Dakota Unlimited, West River Striping, SAAFE/Stadium Steve, DFC Property Management) is a growing specialty contractor primarily involved in residential/commercial fence, highway guardrail, fabrication, and commercial playground construction, bleacher installation, as well as traffic control services and pavement marking. We provide services to homeowners, commercial businesses, and government entities. Our dedicated employees (our “Blue Family”) work from seven branches throughout North Dakota & Minnesota and primarily service the surrounding five-state area, with a wider retail presence through our national sign manufacturing and distribution businesses. As an employer of choice in the areas of our branches, we invest in our people, our equipment, and our facilities to offer our Blue Family team members a great working environment and career while delivering the best possible value to our customers. EOE-Disabled/Vets.