General Accountant

John W. Danforth Company•Dublin, OH

About The Position

As a General Accountant at John W. Danforth Company, you will support the organization’s financial operations through accurate accounting, reporting, and analysis. The role maintains financial records, monitors project and operational costs, prepares billing and reporting activities, and ensures compliance with company policies and accounting standards. You will work with project managers, operations leaders, and finance team members to support project profitability and financial performance.

Requirements

Minimum of 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in mechanical construction, specialty construction, or project-based accounting environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
Strong knowledge of construction project accounting, including GMP contract structures, job costing, forecasting, change management, and project financial reporting.
Experience with project billing, revenue recognition, and financial reporting in a construction environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience with contract compliance requirements, including OCIP/CCIP programs.

Responsibilities

Maintain project cost ledgers, ensuring payroll, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs are accurately coded and allocated to appropriate cost codes.
Track and monitor project expenditures, commitments, and resource allocations against established budgets.
Prepare and issue accurate, timely monthly customer billings in accordance with contractual requirements and company procedures.
Monitor project retention balances and assist in securing timely release of retained funds.
Review and verify weekly labor and field payroll allocations to ensure proper job costing.
Support OCIP/CCIP enrollment, compliance, and subcontractor reporting requirements.
Assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes.
Reconcile general ledger accounts and research discrepancies to ensure financial accuracy.
Prepare financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation for management review.
Maintain compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and internal controls.
Collaborate with project managers, operations leaders, and finance team members to support project profitability and financial performance.