Accountant

Aston Carter•Saint Paul, MN

2d•$38 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Aston Carter is seeking an Accountant to join a family-oriented culture and work on high-level projects. This role involves managing accounts receivable, processing daily transactions, leading collections efforts, administering project contracts, preparing tax reports, monitoring banking activity, reviewing payroll and accounts payable, analyzing purchasing activity, reviewing financial statements, compiling project backlog reports, preparing sales reports, conducting project reviews, and collaborating with various departments to provide financial insights. The position requires maintaining organized digital and physical records using Microsoft Office tools and Adobe Acrobat.

Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
3+ years of accounting, bookkeeping, or accounts receivable experience.
Experience within the commercial construction industry strongly preferred.
Hands-on experience with project accounting, job costing, retainage management, and construction billing.

Responsibilities

Manage accounts receivable processes using Open Systems Accounting Software (OSAS), including preparing, reviewing, and submitting construction pay applications in a timely and accurate manner.
Process daily cash receipts, record transactions, and maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records.
Lead collections efforts by following up on outstanding invoices, managing project retainage, and ensuring prompt resolution of payment issues.
Administer project contracts and maintain comprehensive project documentation to support billing, compliance, and audit requirements.
Prepare and file monthly Sales and Use Tax reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to applicable regulations.
Monitor daily banking activity, review transactions, and reconcile bank accounts regularly.
Review payroll and accounts payable processing for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
Analyze purchasing activity and compare expenditures against project budgets to identify variances and support cost control efforts.
Review monthly financial statements and prepare overhead cost analyses to support management decision-making.
Compile and distribute weekly project backlog reports utilizing job cost reporting systems, providing clear visibility into current and future work.
Prepare monthly sales reports, including tracking open bids and analyzing trends against historical performance to support forecasting.
Conduct semi-annual project reviews comparing estimated versus actual labor hours, material costs, and overall project profitability, and communicate key findings.
Collaborate closely with operations, project management, and leadership to provide financial insights and ensure alignment between project performance and financial results.
Maintain organized digital and physical records using Microsoft Office tools and Adobe Acrobat, supporting efficient reporting and audit readiness.