Senior Project Operations Accountant | Mortenson
Mortenson
Senior accountant managing project financials, budgets, billing, and analysis for construction projects.
3 days ago ago
$83,000 - $125,000
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Minneapolis, MN
Office Full-Time
Company Size
4,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Power Generation
Power Delivery
Civil Construction
Renewable Energy
Wind
Solar
Green Hydrogen
Energy Storage
Role
What you would be doing
contract billing
financial forecast
reporting
audit support
payroll review
vendor setup
- Prepare cost-plus or cost-plus GMP contract billings, ensuring all allowable costs are billed in a timely manner
- Assist the project manager in preparing monthly financial projections, including potential cost issues that may impact forecasted costs and profitability
- Assist with preparation of financial, ad hoc, and/or specialized reporting requested by group leaders
- Represent Mortenson’s best interests in working with project auditors
- Provide assistance in complying with various other contract requirements, i.e., certified payroll reporting, minority participation reporting, or providing necessary information to maintain insurance for the project
- Ensure all project costs (equipment, material, supplies, misc.) are processed
- Review certified payroll reports for accuracy and completeness
- Perform budget allocations for any project, ensuring allocations conform with contract terms
- Utilize the contract summary in relation to scope and areas of work: oversee project budget, approved change orders, and budget transfers
- Work with the project team to assure timely payment receipt
- Set up new subcontracts and process subcontractor applications when appropriate
- Provide new vendor set-up information, coordinate payments, and daily issuances as needed
- Assist with annual and special audits as necessary
- Ensure cash receipts are posted to the correct invoice
What you bring
microsoft excel
oracle cloud
procore
bachelor’s degree
construction accounting
large projects
- Detail orientation and organizational skills sufficient to support multiple concurrent projects
- Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and inclusive behavior
- Ability to understand increasingly more complex construction business concepts
- Effectiveness in a dynamic and pressurized environment
- Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.
- Oracle and job costing experience is a plus
- Large project experience desired
- 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.). Unless specifically stated in the job posting, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration or equivalent years of experience with Project Accounting
- Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, as well as experience with Oracle Cloud and Procore
- Minimum 2 years of construction or manufacturing accounting experience strongly preferred
- Elevate awareness of financial implications that can be addressed or reversed
- Minimum seven years accounting experience
- Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
- Effective communication and active listening skills with those of diverse organizational levels and backgrounds
- Dental plan
- Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
- Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
- Gym Membership Discount Program
- 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- Adoption Assistance
- No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship- visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
- must be currently legally authorized to work in the u.s. without sponsorship.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1954
Year Established
The company was established in 1954, marking the beginning of its legacy in construction and real estate.
Multi-Billion Dollar
Enterprise Scale
The company has grown into a multi-billion-dollar organization, showcasing its significant growth and market presence.
- The company has successfully delivered major projects across multiple sectors, from high-rise buildings to complex industrial sites.
- Known for its strong focus on sustainability and innovative construction practices, Mortenson has consistently been at the forefront of industry trends.
- A standout in the renewable energy sector, Mortenson is involved in developing some of the largest wind and solar projects in North America.
- With a history of landmark projects, Mortenson has also worked on sports arenas, data centers, and high-profile government buildings.
- The company is not just about bricks and mortar; Mortenson also excels in developing cutting-edge technologies to enhance project efficiency and safety.
- Do the right thing
- We before me
- Inspire what’s possible
-63% embodied carbon
Carbom reduction in facility
Reduced embodied carbon by 63% through on-site energy generation and storage in a mass-timber campus facility.
80% waste diversion
Waste management achievement
Nearly 20 projects have achieved an average waste diversion rate of 80%.
50,000 tCO2e
Carbon offset investment
Invested in carbon-avoidance freshwater projects to offset at least 50,000 metric tons of CO2 equivalent.
812.9 MW renewable capacity
Renewable energy projects
Commissioned 300 MW wind and 512.9 MW solar capacity, including Solar Star I & II, with green hydrogen construction underway.
- Targeting zero carbon and zero energy certifications on projects.
- Committed to ILFI’s zero-carbon target for key academic buildings.
- Released a 2022 CSR report to measure water, waste, and reduce carbon footprint.
$962M contracts
Diverse Business Contracts
Awarded $962 million in contracts to diverse businesses in 2022.
- Corporate DEI formalized via Business Resource Groups, mentorship and listening programs
- Founding member and 2023 chair of Construction Inclusion Week
- Women represented across all job levels, from laborers to project engineers
- ‘Cultivating a Culture of Inclusion’ approach embraced diversity of backgrounds, experiences and skills
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