Project Accountant

Molin Sioux Falls; Sioux Falls (SD); Presencial; USD 75.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

ESOP

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

EAP

Dog-friendly Office

Descripción de la vacante

Molin Sioux Falls is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to own complex project financials across manufacturing and construction-support operations. You will drive accurate job costing, contract compliance, and reporting throughout large precast projects in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong analytical skills, 2–4 years in construction/project accounting, and experience with job costing and revenue recognition. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–4 years of progressive construction/project accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP, and revenue recognition.

Responsabilidades

• Lead end-to-end project accounting from award through closeout.
• Ensure contract compliance including certified payroll, insurance certificates, lien waivers, and bonds.
• Manage accounts receivable lifecycle including collections on invoices, retainage, and disputes.
• Support monthly and quarterly close processes for project accounting.
• Maintain organized audit-ready project files in document management systems.

Conocimientos

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication

Detail-oriented

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Herramientas

Sage 300 CRE

ERP construction accounting

Descripción del empleo

At Molin Sioux Falls, we don’t just manufacture precast concrete, we help build the communities where we live, work, and play. As we continue to grow across the Midwest, we are seeking a highly skilled and detail-driven Project Accountant to take ownership of complex project financials across our manufacturing and construction-support operations.This role is critical to ensuring accurate job costing, contract compliance, billing accuracy, and financial control throughout the lifecycle of large-scale precast and prestressed concrete projects. The ideal candidate is analytical, highly organized, and experienced in construction/manufacturing accounting with the ability to manage multiple high-value projects in a fast-paced environment.If you are motivated by improving financial processes, driving accuracy, and supporting operational success behind the scenes of a growing manufacturing company, we’d love to talk.Why Molin Sioux Falls?Annual Salary is $75,000 - $80,000 DOE with annual performance-based reviewsMedical (Co-pay & HDHP w/HSA), Dental, and Vision Insurance and Voluntary Life insurancePaid Time Off, including Paid Holidays start the day you doPaid Parental Leave, Short Term and Long-Term DisabilityESOP (Employee Stock Owner Ship Plans): employee benefit plans that grant employees a stake in the ownership of the company.401(k) Traditional and Roth plans$20,000 Life Insurance Policy with enrollment in a current medical planDog-friendly officeEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Job ResponsibilitiesProject Accounting & Contract Lifecycle ManagementLead end-to-end financial management of complex precast/prestressed concrete project contracts from award through closeoutOversee and improve contract review procedures to ensure accuracy, risk mitigation, and efficiencyEnsure full contract compliance including required documentation such as certified payroll, insurance certificates, lien waivers, bonds, and closeout packagesPartner with project management, production, and logistics teams to ensure accurate project setup, costing, and financial trackingAppy customer payments accurately and reconcile project accounts receivable activityOwn the accounts receivable lifecycle including proactive collections efforts on outstanding invoices, retainage, and disputed billingsMonitor aging reports and drive timely collections through consistent follow-up with customers, projects managers, and internal stakeholdersInvestigate and resolve payment delays, short pays, and disputes by coordinating with customers and internal teamsMaintain detailed collection notes, communication logs, and escalation tracking to support cash flow visibility and risk managementManage and administer lien rights processes in compliance with state construction and mechanic’s lien lawsInitiate and support lien filings, preliminary notices, and other legal collection remedies when necessary to secure paymentLead accurate and timely project billing (progress, milestone, and retainage billing where applicable)Proactively identify, analyze, and resolve billing discrepancies and contract variancesDevelop, maintain, and execute change order financial tracking from initiation through approval and billingOversee customer contract pre-qualification documentation and financial compliance requirementsLead project closeout accounting, ensuring all costs, billings, retainage, and documentation are fully reconciled and completedSupport project setup including subcontracts, purchase orders, change orders, job cost coding, and documentation managementMaintain organized and audit ready electronic project files in document management systemsJob Costing, Manufacturing & Financial AnalysisMaintain and monitor accurate job cost reporting across manufacturing, fabrication, transportation, and installation phasesAnalyze project margins, cost variances, and production impacts on profitabilityPartner with operations and estimating teams to improve cost tracking accuracy and forecastingAssist in WIP (Work-in-Progress) reporting and revenue recognition for long-term construction/manufacturing contractsSupport monthly and quarterly financial close processes related to project accountingSales & Use Tax ComplianceManage multi-state sales and use tax reporting and filings related to construction and manufacturing activityEnsure compliance with applicable tax jurisdictions for materials, fabrication, and installation projectsMaintain documentation supporting tax exemption certificates and audit readinessContinuous Improvement & Leadership SupportRecommend and implement improvements to project accounting systems, workflows, and reporting processesServe as a subject matter expert for construction/manufacturing accounting practices within the organizationMaintain professional and technical knowledge through approved training continuing educationPerform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Controller or Accounting/Finance leadership teamEducation, Training and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)2-4 years progressive experience in construction accounting, project accounting, or manufacturing cost accounting preferredStrong understanding of job costing WIP accounting, revenue recognition, and contract accountingDemonstrated experience managing accounts receivable and collections in a construction or project-based environment strongly preferredExperience in precast, concrete manufacturing, construction, or heavy industrial project environments strongly preferredWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel advanced preferred)Experience with Sage 300 CRE or similar ERP construction accounting systems preferredFamiliarity with document management systems (Ironclad, DocuSign, Laserfiche, or similar) a plusStrong understanding of AIA and AGC construction contract documentsWorking knowledge of mechanic’s lien laws and construction credit/collections practicesStrong analytical, problem-solving, and time management skillsHigh attention to detail with ability to manage multiple high-value projects simultaneouslyStrong writing and verbal communication skills with a professional, collaborative approachAbility to work independently while contributing effectively in a team environment