Prevailing Wage Project Accountant

Prevailing Wage Accountant

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Prevailing Wage Accountant that will be responsible for providing support in ensuring accurate and timely completion of Prevailing Wage reporting and processing for multiple construction projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review construction contract requirements and attend project kickoff meetings
• Ensure timely weekly reporting and log payment shortfalls
• Support third-party monitoring as needed
• Review project settings in LCPtracker for accuracy
• Verify wage determination data in LCPtracker
• Load payroll information into LCPtracker and review for accuracy
• Resolve discrepancies with project teams and payroll
• Raise awareness of financial implications of discrepancies
• Generate weekly payroll and apprentice reports for customer billing
• Respond to general questions on prevailing wage and LCPtracker processes

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 3 years of accounting experience, preferably in construction accounting
• Experience with prevailing wage and LCP Tracker preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and familiarity with ERP accounting systems
• Strong working knowledge of basic office equipment
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• High degree of accuracy in following processes and implementing improvements
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and leadership across projects
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Open to feedback and capable of adapting based on diverse input
• Effective at building relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels
• Strong active listening and communication skills, especially in diverse teams

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25 hours / week)

• 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

The base pay range for this role is $71,400 - $107,100. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

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Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.