Project Accountant

Project Accountant

Miron Construction Co., Inc. | Neenah or Milwaukee Office

DEPARTMENT: Project Management

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Team Project Accountant / Project Financial Controls Lead

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Minimal

WORK SCHEDULE: Day Shift

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for various accounting functions in support of projects and project teams.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conducts new project setup within company software by reviewing the new job worksheet, understanding the project structure, and creating necessary contracts for assigned projects.
• Inputs project budgets and material costs into company software.
• Creates, updates, and oversees Potential Change Item (PCI) and contingency logs.
• Approves and documents subcontractor pay requests and material invoices.
• Obtains and monitors all subcontractor payments, lien waivers, and sub-tier payments, and verifies that the information is accurate.
• Processes monthly client billings.
• Reconciles accounts receivable ledger to ensure all payments are accounted for on the project and assists in payment collection from the client.
• Closes project out by reconciling final values and distributing certificates and logs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Accounting, Business Management, Finance, or any combination of education and professional experience that would meet the responsibilities listed above.
• Understanding of construction administrative work is preferred.
• Capable of working with a variety of people in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
• Able to multi-task, work efficiently both independently and collaboratively, and learn and adapt quickly while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Well-organized and dedicated problem-solver.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite 365.
• Prior experience with accounting software is a plus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Primarily an office environment with periodic visits to project sites.

ADA PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following outlines how much on-the-job time is spent on specific physical activities. Under 1/3 of your time will be spent standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, tasting or smelling, and lifting up to 25 pounds. Up to 2/3 of your time will be spent sitting, using hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talking or hearing. Our office environment requires extensive computer work and the use of the phone.