Project Accountant – Sioux Falls, SD
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Project Accountant
COMPANY PROFILE:
This privately held, family-owned organization specializes in delivering high-quality, innovative solutions that support commercial facility and operational environments. Built on a culture of trust, accountability, and efficiency, the company continues to grow and invest in strengthening internal processes.
WHAT THE COMPANY OFFERS YOU
- $60,000 - $75,000
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave, PTO (1st year 10 days annually, 3rd Year +2 days/year until reaching max)
- Health Insurance, HSA, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, FSA, Life & Disability, AFLAC options available.
- 401k with 3% match
- Employee work wear + Discounts
THE ROLE YOU WILL PLAY:
- Reports to Controller.
- Set up new projects in the accounting system, including budgets, contract terms, and ongoing project structure updates (change orders, revisions, adjustments).
- Prepare and issue project invoices accurately and on time, aligned with contract requirements and billing schedules.
- Monitor billing compliance, including milestones, retainage tracking, and required deliverables.
- Track and reconcile project costs (labor, subcontractors, materials), reviewing timesheets and allocations for accuracy.
- Identify budget variances, cost overruns, and performance trends, providing clear insights and recommendations to project teams.
- Support project financial reporting and system/process improvements, partnering with project managers, operations, and leadership to strengthen project controls and execution.
BACKGROUND PROFILE
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- 2+ years of accounting experience; project or job-cost accounting exposure preferred.
- Working knowledge of GAAP with a solid understanding of project-based financial tracking and reporting.
- Strong Excel skills and experience using project accounting, ERP, or job-cost software.
- Analytical, detail-focused, and consistent in producing accurate, well-supported work.
- Able to manage multiple priorities, stay organized, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Contact:
Craig Libis
(605) 428-6150