About Allied: Allied Electric is a 50+ year electrical contractor servicing the Midwest Region in industrial, commercial, and institutional electrical and low voltage construction projects.
Job Summary: The Project Accountant responsible for ensuring accurate job cost tracking, billing, and accounts receivable management for project-based construction work. This role requires a strong understanding of construction accounting principles, including job costing, WIP reporting, and project margin tracking. And will play a key role in maintaining financial compliance, supporting licensing requirements, and coordinating financial documentation across departments and external partners.
Key Responsibilities:
Job Costing and Project Support:
•Open and maintain job records in Sage, ensuring complete and accurate setup.
•Create job folders and maintain an up-to-date job billing list.
•Enter job estimates, Schedule of Values, and update estimated job costs in Sage.
•Post and track project and subcontract change orders.
•Prepare and distribute monthly Yellow Sheets and project margin reports.
•Request and collect supplier and subcontractor waivers.
•File and maintain contracts, subcontracts, and project billing documentation.
Billing and Accounts Receivable (AR):
•Generate monthly project billing packets and ensure proper backup is included.
•Post job billings and distribute to clients.
•Record and deposit incoming checks; scan and file payment records.
•Monitor aging receivables and follow up with clients on overdue payments.
•Generate daily and weekly AR status reports for leadership.
Banking and Financial Entries:
•Assist with WIP (Work in Progress) reporting and entries to support financial reporting.
Compliance and Licensing:
•Track and complete business and contractor license renewals across states.
•Submit vendor prequalification and compliance documentation as needed.
•Maintain current and organized licensing records for company operations.
•Request and distribute Certificates of Insurance (COI) as required.
Administrative and Technology Support:
•Coordinate ad hoc financial reports and support internal data requests.
•Assist with job closeout processes and ensure complete billing files.
Job Requirements
Experience and Technical Skills:
•Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
•2+ years of experience in accounting, preferably in construction or project-based industries.
•Proficient in Sage 300 CRE (Timberline) and Microsoft Excel.
•Strong understanding of job cost accounting, billing, and AR procedures.
•Experience with compliance tracking, licensing, and reporting processes.
Communication and Organization:
•Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
•Strong verbal and written communication skills.
•Professional and proactive team player who can work across departments and with external partners.
Compensation & Benefits:
•Competitive pay based on experience.
•Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
•401(k) with company match.
•Paid time off and holidays.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person