Project Accountant: Cash Flow & Forecasting Specialist

Southland Industries, Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (50% company)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays and vacation

Professional development opportunities

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking an Associate Project Accountant to support a construction project team. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain project ledgers, and prepare month-end postings and allocations.

The role emphasizes timely invoicing, forecasting, and collaboration with project management to manage risk. Ideal candidates have a finance degree and 1–3 years in project accounting, with strong Excel skills and excellent attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance preferred.
• 1–3 years of project accounting experience preferred.
• Basic accounting knowledge required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate reporting of financial information and timely invoicing for a project.
• Maintain project-related ledger accounts and month-end postings.
• Disseminate month-end project reports to management.
• Maintain month-end deadlines and forecast profit and cash flow.
• Review forecasts and resolve basic project accounting issues.
• Maintain project register and manage AP/AR tasks for the project.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Prioritize & multi-task

Confidentiality & discretion

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking an Associate Project Accountant to support a construction project team. You will ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain project ledgers, and prepare month-end postings and allocations.

The role emphasizes timely invoicing, forecasting, and collaboration with project management to manage risk. Ideal candidates have a finance degree and 1–3 years in project accounting, with strong Excel skills and excellent attention to detail.