Project Accountant

Ryan Companies US Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement Plan

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Spending and Health Savings

Job summary

Ryan Companies US Inc is seeking a Construction Project Accountant for a four-days-per-week in-office role at our downtown Minneapolis headquarters. You will manage financial reporting for assigned construction projects, including invoicing, billing, contract administration, and ensuring proper controls in alignment with Ryan and owner requirements.

Responsibilities include project cost analysis, open receivables collection, and close collaboration with Project Managers and Directors.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of accounting and administrative experience in a commercial environment.
• 2 years in the construction industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and/or business-related field of study.
• Strong organizational & analytical skills and good mathematical aptitude with knowledge of accounting, invoicing, and audit procedures.
• Able to collaborate and contribute professionally within a team structure.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of each construction project and owner contract requirements.
• Create and administer owner billings to exact schedule and timekeeping requirements.
• Proactive collection of open receivables.
• Perform proactive project cost review and analysis.
• Support Cost Project Manager with monthly financial projections and management of cost events.
• Develop processes and procedures to meet compliance requirements and ensure audit trail.
• Communicate with Project Managers, Director of Construction, and internal personnel about job requirements.
• Administer prime contractor process including insurance and registration per project.
• Provide internal and external customer assistance and service.
• Respond to accounting questions or issues.
• Maintain web-based project management system.
• Manage accounting and contract closeout with the owner on projects.

Skills

Accounting

Invoicing

Audit procedures

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business

Job description

Job Description: Ryan Companies has an immediate hiring need for a Construction Project Accountant supporting our growing Mission Critical sector. This is a 4 days-per-week IN-OFFICE opportunity in our downtown Minneapolis headquarters. This individual has responsibility for financial and reporting requirements for assigned construction management projects including invoice processing, billing processing, contract administration, execution of procedures and processes based on Ryan and owner’s requirements to ensure proper controls, working with construction accounting department and the applicable Project Manager and/or Director of Construction.

With more than 88 years in business and 16 offices (and growing!), Ryan offers comprehensive commercial real estate solutions to customers across the US. We bring a collaborative, relationship-driven approach to delivering spaces where people thrive and businesses succeed. Join a company with an outstanding culture and competitive benefits. At Ryan, we don’t just build buildings – we build stories.

Responsibilities

• Develop, understand, and document a working knowledge of each construction project including all applicable owner contract requirements
• Create and administer owner billings to exact schedule and timekeeping requirements
• Proactive attention to collection of open receivables
• Perform proactive project cost review and analysis
• Support Cost Project Manager with monthly financial projections and management of cost events
• Develop processes and procedures to meet applicable compliance requirements set forth by owners and Federal, State, and Local authorities ensuring proper audit trail for future accessibility
• Communicate with Project Managers, Director of Construction, and all other necessary internal personnel with respect to strategic and day-to-day job requirements
• Responsible for administration of prime contractor process including insurance and registration process specific to the project
• Internal and external customer assistance and service
• Quickly respond to any job-specific accounting questions or issues
• Maintain web-based project management system
• Manage accounting and contract closeout process with owner on projects

Requirements

• 3-5 years of accounting and administrative experience in a commercial environment
• 2 years in the construction industry
• Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or business-related field of study.
• Strong organizational & analytical skills and good mathematical aptitude with knowledge of accounting, invoicing, and audit procedures.
• Able to collaborate and contribute professionally within a team structure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-motivation to accurately and efficiently complete all aspects of the project with minimal supervision.
• Self-motivated and drives for continuous improvement both on an individual level and business level.

Compensation

The salary range is $80,000 - $100,000. The salary base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program. Eligibility: Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Family Planning & Parenting Benefits
• Employee Discount Programs
• Pet insurance
• Charitable Donation Matching
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, protected veteran or disability status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If we can help accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please email [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.