What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Accountant position at Maid 4 You Consulting?
Purpose of the Job:
- Seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Analyst with expertise in construction accounting to manage the invoicing, collections, and revenue tracking processes for projects. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of construction contracts (including AIA billing), project cost structures, and lien waivers, and will play a critical role in supporting cash flow and ensuring compliance with contract terms
- This Accounts Receivable Analyst will support project accounting, billing and accounts receivable across complex construction projects in our Energy Resources business. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset and a deep understanding of construction projects and contracting.
Primary Duties Responsibilities:
- Prepare and submit client invoices in compliance with construction contracts and billing standards.
- Monitor accounts receivable aging and proactively follow up on outstanding balances.
- Collaborate with project managers to ensure billing aligns with project milestones and percentage-of-completion calculations.
- Reconcile customer accounts, resolve billing discrepancies, and apply payments accurately.
- Manage lien waivers, retainage tracking, and compliance documents as required by project contracts.
- Ensure timely collection of receivables while maintaining positive client relationships.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly AR and cash flow forecasts.
- Support audit requests and ensure documentation is accurate and complete.
- Implementing best practices for financial management.
Required Experience:&
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
- 5-7 years of experience in accounts receivable, with at least 5 years in a construction environment.
- Strong understanding of construction billing methods, especially AIA G702/G703 forms.
- Familiarity with retainage, change orders, lien releases, and job cost accounting.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with the specifics of construction projects.
- Strong people skills and the ability to create and develop relationships.
- Experience in construction, project management, and cost control.
- Strong ability to analyze contracts, subcontractor invoices, and accounts receivable.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills to translate complex data into actionable insights.
- Experience with construction accounting software (e.g., Sage 300 CRE, Procore, Viewpoint, QuickBooks for Construction) is a plus.
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