Senior Accountant

The Berg Group LLC•Chaska, MN

1d•$70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Senior Accountant will work closely with the Assistant Controller to assist with accurate financial reporting. The Senior Accountant will also assist to accurately account for the billing and cost of assigned projects. This is a key role at the Berg Group, providing great customer service to our Project Management team, General Contractors and Suppliers.

Requirements

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Broad knowledge of Cost Accounting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Strong organizational and time management orientation
Possesses the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work independently within a team environment
Acts with a sense of urgency to complete tasks in a timely manner
Associate’s and/or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or relevant work experience.
2-4 years of related experience in accounting.
Detail-oriented, deadline/goal-driven.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in construction accounting (general contractor or specialty sub-contractor) a plus
Sales tax experience a plus
Plexxis software experience a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare month end journal entries.
Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
Deposit daily cash receipts and ensure accurate application to outstanding invoices
Make customer inquiries on past due accounts (phone, email, and tracking)
Work with the internal Project Management Teams to assist with monthly billings
Issue invoices and monthly statements
Research and resolve problems to ensure timely and accurate billing
Develop and maintain lien documentation on portfolio of current projects
Approval of contracts/change orders/budgets
Work with project managers to reclass miscoded job expenses
Perform credit references for potential new clients
Support Accounts Payable with invoice entry and purchase order matching
Issue timely and accurate weekly and monthly reports
Provide quality customer service to our internal and external clients
Look for and establish opportunities to streamline and optimize processes
Other special projects as assigned