Construction Project Accountant - Drive Job Cost & Billing

Allied Electric; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Electric in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Project Accountant to ensure accurate job cost tracking, billing, and accounts receivable management for project-based construction work. The role requires a solid understanding of job costing, WIP reporting, and project margin tracking to support financial compliance and cross-department collaboration.

You will work with Sage 300 CRE (Timberline), Excel, and GAAP to manage job records, billing packets, and vendor invoices, while coordinating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years in accounting or finance, preferably project-based.
• Experience with Sage 300 CRE (Timberline) and GAAP essentials.

Responsibilities

• Open and maintain job records in Sage, ensuring accurate setup.
• Post and track project billings, change orders, and WIP.
• Prepare monthly project margin reports and internal projections.
• Monitor AR, aging, and client collections; support licensing compliance.
• File and maintain contracts, subcontracts, and billing documentation.

Skills

Sage 300 CRE

Excel proficiency

GAAP knowledge

Job costing

Billing processes

AR procedures

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Timberline / Sage 300 CRE

Job description

Allied Electric in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Project Accountant to ensure accurate job cost tracking, billing, and accounts receivable management for project-based construction work. The role requires a solid understanding of job costing, WIP reporting, and project margin tracking to support financial compliance and cross-department collaboration.

You will work with Sage 300 CRE (Timberline), Excel, and GAAP to manage job records, billing packets, and vendor invoices, while coordinating