Accountant

Aston Carter•Saint Paul, MN

4d•$38 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Aston Carter is seeking an Accountant to manage accounts receivable processes, process daily cash receipts, lead collections efforts, administer project contracts, prepare and file monthly Sales and Use Tax reports, monitor daily banking activity, review payroll and accounts payable processing, analyze purchasing activity, review monthly financial statements, compile and distribute weekly project backlog reports, prepare monthly sales reports, and conduct semi-annual project reviews. This role involves collaborating with operations, project management, and leadership to provide financial insights and maintain organized digital and physical records.

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.