Operations Coordinator

Schneider Electric; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off 15 days per year

12 holidays per year

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking an Operations Coordinator in the Columbus, OH area to support construction projects by managing project financials, billing, bookings, compliance, and admin processes. You will partner with Project Managers, ensure accurate financial data, coordinate subcontractor billing, invoicing, and project closeout, and maintain compliant records in a fast-paced environment.

This role requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years of construction accounting, project accounting, or operations coordination.
• Experience in project-based environments with multiple stakeholders.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, billing procedures, and compliance.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP software.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office apps.
• Experience with AIA G702/G703 billing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with the financial administration of active projects.
• Review costs, tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
• Investigate and resolve unbilled project costs and billing discrepancies.
• Assist with project closeout activities, including final billing and financial reconciliation.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation.
• Generate and process monthly invoices and progress billings.
• Prepare and manage AIA G702/G703 requisition billing.
• Review subcontractor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and contractual compliance.
• Coordinate with customers and project teams to address billing inquiries and payment issues.

Skills

Construction accounting

Project accounting

Billing

Accounts payable/receivable

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Dynamics

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, Finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Schneider Electric is looking for an Operations Coordinator in the Columbus, OH area.

This candidate plays a critical role in supporting the successful execution of construction projects by managing project financials, billing, bookings, compliance, and administrative processes. This position serves as a key partner to Project Managers, ensuring project-related financial information is accurate, timely, and compliant while providing operational support throughout the lifecycle of each project.

The Operations Coordinator is responsible for subcontractor billing, customer invoicing, contract administration, project reporting, accounts payable/receivable activities, and project closeout support. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Financial Management

• Support Project Managers with the financial administration of active projects.
• Review project costs and assist with financial tracking, forecasting, and reporting.
• Investigate and resolve unbilled project costs and billing discrepancies.
• Assist with project closeout activities, including final billing and financial reconciliation.
• Maintain accurate project records and documentation.

Billing & Invoicing

• Generate and process monthly customer invoices and progress billings.
• Prepare and manage AIA G702/G703 requisition billing.
• Review subcontractor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and contractual compliance.
• Ensure all billing is completed accurately and within established timelines.
• Coordinate with customers and project teams to address billing inquiries and payment issues.

Contract & Compliance Administration

• Monitor subcontractor compliance with contractual requirements, including insurance certificates, bonds, lien waivers, and other required documentation.
• Verify contract status before processing subcontractor payments.
• Maintain organized contract files and ensure compliance requirements remain current.
• Support project audits and documentation requests as needed.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process subcontractor payments and vendor invoices.
• Assist with accounts receivable collection efforts and payment tracking.
• Reconcile project-related financial transactions and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure accurate data entry and maintenance of financial records.

Operations Support

• Coordinate project bookings and administrative setup for new projects.
• Prepare reports and provide project financial updates to Project Managers and leadership.
• Participate in project review meetings and support operational planning activities.
• Collaborate with project teams, accounting, and branch leadership to ensure smooth project execution.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in construction accounting, project accounting, or operations coordination.
• Experience supporting project-based environments and multiple stakeholders.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, billing procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP software preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with AIA G702/G703 billing preferred.

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and accountability.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative team player with strong customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

This version positions the role more broadly as an Operations Coordinator while highlighting responsibility for billing, bookings, project financials, compliance, and support of Project Managers, making it attractive to both accounting-oriented and operations-focused candidates.

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