Project Accountant

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking a Project Accountant in Plymouth, MN to play a key role in the financial success of construction projects from startup through closeout. You will partner with project managers, accounting leaders, subcontractors, and customers to manage billings, AIA applications, and WIP reporting.

This position offers exposure to contract administration and compliance, using Procore, Textura, Ariba, and DocuSign, and involves coordinating collections, lien waivers,

Qualifications

• 3+ years in project accounting or construction finance.
• Strong knowledge of AIA billing, job costing, and project compliance.
• Proficient in Excel and construction ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer billings, AIA applications, progress billings, and invoice submissions.
• Track project financial activity including change orders, revenue capture, and WIP reporting support.
• Coordinate collections efforts and help ensure timely payment of outstanding receivables.
• Administer project compliance documentation, including lien waivers, certified payroll reporting, insurance certificates, and subcontractor requirements.
• Process project closeout documentation and maintain organized project records throughout the project lifecycle.
• Serve as a key liaison between Accounting, Project Management, customers, subcontractors, and field teams.

Skills

AIA billing

Job costing

Construction accounting

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder communication

Tools

COINS

Vista by Viewpoint

Spectrum

Job description

Project Accountant

Location: Plymouth, MN
Salary: $70,000 - $85,000

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Play a key role in the financial success of construction projects from startup through final closeout.
• Partner directly with Project Managers, Accounting leaders, subcontractors, and customers.
• Gain exposure to complex project accounting, contract administration, and compliance requirements.
• Own critical billing processes including AIA invoicing, progress billings, and customer payment applications.
• Develop expertise with leading construction technology platforms such as Procore, Textura, Ariba, and DocuSign.
• Contribute to monthly WIP reporting and project financial reviews, increasing your operational and financial visibility.
• Work in a collaborative environment where your attention to detail directly impacts project profitability and cash flow.
• Expand your experience with prevailing wage projects, certified payroll reporting, and subcontractor compliance management.
• Enjoy a position that combines accounting, project coordination, and customer interaction rather than traditional back-office accounting tasks.
• Join a team committed to continuous improvement, professional growth, and accountability.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage customer billings, AIA applications, progress billings, and invoice submissions through customer platforms.
• Track project financial activity, including change orders, revenue capture, and Work-in-Progress reporting support.
• Coordinate collections efforts and help ensure timely payment of outstanding receivables.
• Administer project compliance documentation, including lien waivers, certified payroll reporting, insurance certificates, and subcontractor requirements.
• Process project closeout documentation and maintain organized project records throughout the project lifecycle.
• Serve as a key liaison between Accounting, Project Management, customers, subcontractors, and field teams.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in project accounting, construction accounting, billing, or construction finance.
• Strong understanding of AIA billing, job costing, and construction project compliance requirements.
• Experience working with change orders, construction contracts, and project documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with construction ERP/accounting systems such as COINS, Vista by Viewpoint, Spectrum, or similar platforms.

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