Project Accountant

AIR Control Concepts•Golden Valley, MN

5d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Midwest Mechanical Solutions, a member of the AIR Control Concepts family, is a manufacturer’s representative of leading brands in the commercial HVAC market. We pride ourselves on strong relationships, creative solutions, and an upbeat company culture, earning us recognition as a Top Workplace employer. Our mission is to create lifelong relationships and projects we can be proud of through creatively applied HVAC solutions. We are seeking passionate and innovative individuals to join our team.

Requirements

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in accounting or similar business degree; or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years prior experience working as an accountant or bookkeeper.
Proficient in data entry, accounts payable, accounts receivable and vendor payments.
Strong communication skills.
Key competencies are communication, teamwork, initiative, and dependability.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and accounting software.
Proven ability to form long-lasting and mutually beneficial relationships with customers.
Positive attitude that is conscientious, enthusiastic, articulate, and possesses a professional attitude to handle a fast-paced work environment.
Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers and work effectively as a team member.
Must demonstrate MMS Core Values: driven and self-motivated, can-do attitude, team player, customer driven, do what’s right and accountable.

Nice To Haves

Construction accounting experience a plus.
Knowledge of progress billings/AIA billings a plus.

Responsibilities

Monitor project progress and investigate variances.
Approve project-related expenses and ensure timely billings to customers.
Collect payments from customers.
Create project accounts in the accounting system.
Maintain project-related records, including contracts and change orders.
Coordinate with the Project Team to reflect changes in project scope or timeline.
Complete all postings, allocations, and accruals for projects.
Review and approve supplier invoices related to specific projects.
Submit variance reports to management.
Confer with receivables staff regarding unpaid contract billings.
Report on project profitability and remaining funding to management.
Investigate all project expenses not billed to customers.
Respond to customer requests for more detail.
Close out project accounts upon project completion.