Project Accounting Administrator Job Grand Rapids area,Michigan USA,Accounting

We've partnered with a fast-growing construction company looking for a Project Accounting Administrator who thrives on precision, problem-solving, and making an impact. In this role, you’ll be the financial backbone of projects—ensuring every contract and privately funded project runs smoothly, transparently, and audit-ready. Your work will directly support our client's project managers and leadership team with the insights they need to deliver successful projects across the state.

Project Accounting Administrator Responsibilities:

Own the numbers:
Track project costs, billing, and reporting with accuracy and transparency.
Keep us compliant:
Ensure MDOT and federal funding regulations are met, with audit-ready documentation.
Be the connector:
Collaborate with project managers to monitor budgets, forecast expenditures, and analyze variances.
Drive efficiency:
Prepare invoices, pay estimates, reconcile reports, and streamline financial processes.
Support growth:
Assist with contract setup, change orders, and year-end closing while improving accounting workflows.
Champion improvement:
Identify opportunities to refine processes and strengthen our financial systems.

Project Accounting Administrator Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
3–5 years of accounting experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and audit readiness.
Proficiency with accounting software (AASHTOWare, Sage/Intact, Field Manager).
Bonus points for experience with MDOT project accounting, prevailing wage reporting, or LCP Tracker.
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work across teams and agencies.
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to juggle multiple priorities without missing deadlines.

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2025
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