We are looking for a Project Accountant to join our team in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. This contract position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the successful completion of construction projects while ensuring compliance with project requirements. The role involves close collaboration between the finance department and project teams, requiring exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Responsibilities:• Analyze construction contract requirements to ensure compliance with prevailing wage regulations.• Participate in project kickoff meetings to align expectations and requirements with stakeholders.• Prepare and submit weekly reports in accordance with contract deadlines.• Monitor payment discrepancies and address shortfalls based on contractual obligations.• Facilitate third-party monitoring and audits as specified in project contracts.• Verify project settings and wage determination data for accuracy in internal tracking systems.• Process weekly payroll reports, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.• Resolve payroll and payment issues in collaboration with project teams and payroll staff.• Generate customer billing reports, including weekly payroll and apprentice reports.• Assist with general inquiries, audits, and team member setups as needed.

• Minimum of three years of accounting experience, preferably in construction accounting. • Familiarity with prevailing wage requirements and related tracking systems is highly desirable. • Proficiency in accounting software systems, including Deltek Vision, Costpoint, and ADP. • Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and basic office equipment. • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with exceptional organizational skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration, or equivalent experience. • Experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and auditing processes.

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St. Louis Park, MN
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
28.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Project Accountant to join our team in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. This contract position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the successful completion of construction projects while ensuring compliance with project requirements. The role involves close collaboration between the finance department and project teams, requiring exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail. Responsibilities:• Analyze construction contract requirements to ensure compliance with prevailing wage regulations.• Participate in project kickoff meetings to align expectations and requirements with stakeholders.• Prepare and submit weekly reports in accordance with contract deadlines.• Monitor payment discrepancies and address shortfalls based on contractual obligations.• Facilitate third-party monitoring and audits as specified in project contracts.• Verify project settings and wage determination data for accuracy in internal tracking systems.• Process weekly payroll reports, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.• Resolve payroll and payment issues in collaboration with project teams and payroll staff.• Generate customer billing reports, including weekly payroll and apprentice reports.• Assist with general inquiries, audits, and team member setups as needed.
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