Associate Project Operations Accountant

About the position

Mortenson’s Minneapolis Operating Group is currently seeking an Associate Project Operations Accountant that will be responsible for providing accounting, financial and administrative support to Project Accountant(s), who in turn provide financial support to project management teams overseeing completion of construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Accountant(s) with daily support to project teams
• Process subcontractor AFPs regularly
• Prepare project billings and back-up support
• Print back-up support for cost-plus billings
• Ensure cash receipts are posted to the correct invoice
• Track subcontractor lien waivers for select projects
• Obtain invoice back-up for sales and use tax filings
• Support project audits and pull back-up for audits
• Perform basic accounting functions
• Set up new subcontracts and vendor information
• Coordinate payments and daily check issuances
• Research and respond to Accounts Payable questions
• Enter project billings for lump sum billings
• Set up new team member information and upload weekly payroll
• Provide excellent customer service
• Build and maintain solid working relationships
• Contribute positively to the team

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum one year of finance or administrative support experience
• Knowledge of ERP systems preferred
• Construction-related business experience a plus
• Detail-oriented
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Lotus Notes
• Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills
• Effective communication and active listening skills

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program