Construction Project Accountant II: Forecasting & Closeout

Gilbane Building; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbane Building Company is seeking an Accountant II to support project accounting and forecasting for small to mid-sized jobs. You will interact with project management, clients, and subcontractors, helping to keep forecasts accurate and reported on schedule.

This role sits primarily in the office with periodic site visits, requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance and 3–8 years of experience, and demands strong Excel/Word skills plus the ability to learn construction-management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field required.
• 3–8 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and Word; ability to learn construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Manages contracts, amendments, insurance, bonds, SOV, Files, and Co Policies.
• Conducts timely and accurate review of requisitions and lien waivers.
• Sets up and properly formats project financial forecasts to meet internal and client reporting needs.
• Manages monthly project forecast meetings and maintains accurate ETCs for labor and expenses.
• Ensures timely management of accounts receivable and payables.
• Manages the project financial closeout process.
• Develops and maintains positive professional relationships both internally and externally.
• Assists with the development of contract abstracts.
• Assists with internal and external audits while responding as directed.
• Reviews Work in Process (WIP) on assigned projects and explains variances and balances.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Construction management software

Job description

Gilbane Building Company is seeking an Accountant II to support project accounting and forecasting for small to mid-sized jobs. You will interact with project management, clients, and subcontractors, helping to keep forecasts accurate and reported on schedule.

This role sits primarily in the office with periodic site visits, requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance and 3–8 years of experience, and demands strong Excel/Word skills plus the ability to learn construction-management