Project Accountant

Legence • Edina, MN

2d • $70,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Project Accountant is responsible for financial oversight and support of assigned construction projects within the Sage 300 ERP/CRM environment. This role ensures accurate job cost tracking, timely billing, and strict compliance with contract terms, lien waiver requirements, and internal controls. The Project Accountant partners closely with Project Managers to maintain financial accuracy, mitigate risk, and support project performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years of construction or project-based accounting experience preferred
• Experience with Sage 300 (or similar ERP systems) strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting and revenue recognition
• High attention to detail with a strong compliance mindset
• Notary Public preferred (or willingness to obtain shortly after hire) to support lien waiver execution

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate job cost records in Sage 300, including labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment
• Prepare and process customer billings (progress, T&M, and contract-based) in alignment with contract terms
• Monitor project budgets vs. actuals and proactively identify and communicate variances
• Support monthly WIP schedules, including revenue recognition, cost accruals, and margin analysis
• Review and validate subcontractor invoices, ensuring proper documentation and compliance before payment
• Manage and track lien waivers (conditional/unconditional), ensuring completeness and compliance prior to release of payment
• Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation of all project financial activity across Sage 300 and supporting files
• Assist with collections by tracking receivables and partnering with PMs on aging balances
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, contract requirements, and company policies
• Partner with cross-functional teams (AP, Payroll, Operations) to resolve discrepancies and maintain data accuracy

Benefits

• Company Paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life and AD&D, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid vacation, company-paid holidays, and paid sick leave
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Discretionary bonus plan based on company and individual performance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level