Construction Project Accountant | Billing & Cash Flow

oakmi; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) profit sharing

Paid time off

Job summary

Owen‑Ames‑KimballCo. is hiring a detail‑oriented Project Accountant in Grand Rapids, MI. You will work closely with project managers, the controller, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure accurate billing, healthy cash flow, and reliable reporting.

The role supports month‑end close, cost analysis, and project documentation while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies. A construction environment emphasizes collaboration and data integrity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or project accounting.
• Associates or BA in Accounting/Finance/Business preferred.
• Experience with AIA billing, lien waivers, or construction docs is a plus.
• Advanced Excel; ability to learn ERP systems like Acumatica.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit monthly owner billings, including AIA billing forms and docs.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on invoices to maintain cash flow.
• Maintain accurate project accounting records and ensure policy compliance.
• Analyze project costs and variances with Project Managers to improve performance.
• Process contracts, subcontracts, PO's, change orders, and related docs.
• Verify lien waivers, insurance certificates, W-9s, and compliance docs.
• Collaborate with customers, subs, suppliers, and internal teams for accurate data.
• Support month-end close, reconciliations, audits, and reporting.
• Contribute to process improvements for efficiency and controls.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Excel

Acumatica

Job description

Owen‑Ames‑KimballCo. is hiring a detail‑oriented Project Accountant in Grand Rapids, MI. You will work closely with project managers, the controller, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure accurate billing, healthy cash flow, and reliable reporting.

The role supports month‑end close, cost analysis, and project documentation while ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies. A construction environment emphasizes collaboration and data integrity.