Senior Project Accountant (Municipal Construction Management)

Tiello; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiello LLC, in the Minneapolis, MN area, seeks a Senior Project Accountant to oversee project accounting activities, financial reporting, forecasting, and accounting transactions through project lifecycles.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in construction management accounting, experience with general contractors or CM firms, and strong attention to detail. This role supports project management and internal teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in construction management accounting.
• Experience with general contractors or construction management firms.
• Knowledge of lien releases, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll.
• Proficiency in Sage and Timberscan preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting activities and financial transactions across multiple construction projects.
• Manage project financials, including budgets, forecasts, costs, billings, and financial reporting.
• Review and process change orders, including approved, unpriced, and unapproved change orders.
• Prepare and manage lien releases and related project documentation.
• Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and maintain project budgets and financial forecasts.
• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
• Ensure timely processing of invoices, payments, and other project-related financial transactions.
• Assist with payroll, taxes, and other accounting-related activities as needed.
• Maintain accurate and organized project financial records and documentation.
• Work closely with Project Managers and internal teams to monitor project financial performance.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

Skills

Construction accounting

Financial reporting

Forecasting

Billing

Payroll

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field

Tools

Sage

Timberscan

Job description

Job Title: Senior Project Accountant (Municipal Construction Management)

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Compensation: $90,000 - $115,000

Company Overview:

Tiello is partnered with a highly regarded Construction Management Firm in their search for a Senior Project Accountant to join and grow with their team in the greater Minneapolis, MN area. This opportunity with a well-established Construction Management team offers the opportunity to take on a key role supporting project accounting, financial, and coordinating operations.

Role Summary:

The Senior Project Accountant will be responsible for managing project accounting activities, financial reporting, forecasting, and accounting transactions throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong Construction Management accounting experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with project management and internal teams.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage accounting activities and financial transactions across multiple construction projects.
• Manage project financials, including budgets, forecasts, costs, billings, and financial reporting.
• Review and process change orders, including approved, unpriced, and unapproved change orders.
• Prepare and manage lien releases and related project documentation.
• Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Prepare and maintain project budgets and financial forecasts.
• Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
• Ensure timely processing of invoices, payments, and other project-related financial transactions.
• Assist with payroll, taxes, and other accounting-related activities as needed.
• Maintain accurate and organized project financial records and documentation.
• Work closely with Project Managers and internal teams to monitor project financial performance.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial information and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience in construction management accounting, project accounting, or a related accounting role within the construction industry.
• Experience working for a General Contractor or Construction Management Firm.
• Strong understanding of construction accounting procedures, project financials, budgets, forecasting, billing, and change orders.
• Experience with lien releases, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Experience Sage and Timberscan, preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.

Tiello LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.