Project Accountant Job at Robert Half (Minneapolis)

Project Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Minneapolis

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Project Accountant to join a Minneapolis, Minnesota team supporting construction project financial operations. This role is centered on high-volume progress billing and project accounting activity, partnering with project managers and accounting staff to keep invoicing, cost tracking, and financial records accurate across a busy portfolio of active work. The ideal candidate brings hands-on construction billing experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibility:

Produce monthly progress billings, customer invoices, and required backup documentation for a large volume of active construction projects
Coordinate with project managers to gather billing details, resolve questions, and keep project-related financial activity moving on schedule
Manage a substantial weekly invoicing workload while maintaining accuracy, completeness, and compliance with customer requirements
Monitor job-related costs connected to billings and maintain organized records to support project and client documentation needs
Submit and track billing through customer systems and portals, including platforms used by major commercial construction clients
Contribute to work-in-progress reporting by compiling project financial data and helping assess cost status and margin performance
Support project accounting functions such as job cost review, financial tracking, accrual support, and revenue recognition activities
Investigate billing discrepancies, perform reconciliations, and assist with follow-up documentation during lighter billing periods

Requirements:

At least 2 years of experience in construction billing, project accounting, or a closely related accounting role
Demonstrated background in progress billing and high-volume invoicing within a construction setting
Working knowledge of job cost accounting, work-in-progress reporting, and project profitability concepts
Familiarity with percentage-of-completion accounting, accrual processes, and revenue recognition practices
Ability to support multiple project managers and effectively prioritize competing deadlines
Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills in a collaborative environment
Proficiency with accounting and project billing systems, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred
Experience with Microsoft Great Plains or Dynamics GP is a plus

Nice to have:

Experience with Microsoft Great Plains or Dynamics GP is a plus

What we offer:

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Company 401(k) plan
Free online training

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 15, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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