As a Construction Project Accountant (Billing & Cost Analysis), you'll work directly with Project Managers and company leadership to support major electrical and infrastructure projects across Michigan. This role offers visibility into project financial performance, opportunities for professional growth, and the ability to make a measurable impact on project success.
About the Role:
The Construction Project Accountant (Billing & Cost Analysis) is responsible for managing and supporting the financial aspects of construction projects, including billing, cost analysis, and accounting functions. The ideal candidate will ensure timely and accurate invoicing, monitor accounts receivable, and collaborate closely with project managers to ensure financial accuracy. The role also requires an understanding of contract terms, compliance with billing requirements, the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, and advanced proficiency in Excel.
What You’ll Do:
- Prepare, review, and process monthly pay applications, progress billings, and invoices in accordance with contract terms, project schedules, and completion percentages.
- Analyze and resolve accounting issues to ensure accurate project reporting in compliance with contractual agreements and accounting standards.
- Reconcile job costs to confirm appropriate billing to owners and communicate over/under variances to the project team for corrective action.
- Monitor and follow up on accounts receivable, conduct audits on aged accounts, and coordinate resolution with project teams.
- Provide monthly billing accruals and perform regular reconciliation of A/R accounts in alignment with company standards.
- Collaborate with project managers to verify billing data, including change orders and approved costs.
- Track, analyze, and report on the financial status of assigned projects, identifying risks and discrepancies impacting monthly financials.
- Support and participate in progress meetings and cost review processes with project teams.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in billing, project accounting, or related finance functions.
- Solid understanding of construction contracts, progress billing, and retention processes.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to build formulas and troubleshoot errors.
- Proven ability to meet time-sensitive deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Able to work independently while also thriving in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
- Flexible and adaptable; able to shift focus and responsibilities as needed.
- Comfortable working with diverse personalities and communicating across teams.
- Effective communicator who asks questions, seeks clarity, and provides thoughtful input.
- Union or construction industry experience is preferred.
- Confident, self-motivated, and capable of taking initiative.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Competitive pay paid weekly.
- Annual performance incentive opportunity.
- Paid Time Off & 9 Paid Holidays.
- 3.5% match to 401K.
- Health, dental and vision benefits eligible on day one.
At Rauhorn Electric, we’re a family-oriented team Powered by People. Our culture is built on the belief that we are stronger together and we live our core values daily: We Win Together. We’re Innovative. We’re Disciplined. We’re Grounded in Integrity. We’re Humbled by Opportunity.
As we continue to expand, it’s an exciting time to join our team and help shape what’s next at Rauhorn Electric! You’ll be part of a crew that takes pride in their work, shows up for each other, and gets the job done right. Here, you’ll work alongside good people, learn from experienced mentors, and be part of a company that truly values its team because at Rauhorn, we know our people are what power our success.
Rauhorn Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is Rauhorn’s policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote applicants and employees based on qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, veteran status, marital status, height, weight, national origin, age, disability arrest record or other protected category under applicable state or federal law.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- billing, accounting or related role: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Romeo, MI 48065 (Required)
Work Location: In person
