Superior

Electrical contractor delivering design-build and engineering

Construction Project Accountant

Accounts Payable/ReceivableUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeDetroit, MI, USA$60k - $70k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in billing, project accounting, or finance.
Familiarity with accounting software and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

Perform billing functions for construction projects.
Maintain a timely and organized invoicing process and supporting documentation.
Collaborate and communicate with Project Operations and external stakeholders to keep monthly billing on time and accurate.
Work with Project Operations and the Accounting/Finance teams to resolve discrepancies and questions.
Continuously analyze project costs to ensure effectiveness and accuracy.
Deliver customer service to cross-functional partners.
Support customer audits.

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with accounting or finance in the construction industry.
A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Construction Systems Management, Finance, cost management, or a related field.

Position: Project Accountant
Reports to: Project Executive
Location: Detroit, Michigan
Pay Range: $60,000 - $70,000

We consider several factors when preparing a compensation package for successful candidates.

Superior is looking for a Project Accountant to manage and support the financial and billing functions for our active construction projects. The Project Accountant will partner closely with our Project Operations and Finance teams, maintain timely and accurate billing processes, and ensure project finances are tracked and reported with discipline. The Project Accountant will provide on-site support at our jobsite(s) and help drive accuracy and consistency across our project cost controls. This role is based on a jobsite in Detroit, Michigan.

Perform billing functions for construction project(s)
Maintain a timely and organized invoicing process and supporting documentation
Collaborate and communicate with Project Operations and external stakeholders to keep the monthly billing on time and accurate
Work with the Project Operations and the Accounting/Finance teams to resolve discrepancies/questions
Continuously analyze project costs to ensure effectiveness and accuracy
Deliver a high level of customer service to cross functional partners
Support customer audits

Required: You have at least 1 year of experience in billing, and/or project accounting or finance
Required: You are familiar with accounting software and spreadsheets
Bonus Points: You are familiar with accounting/finance in the construction industry
Bonus Points: You have earned your bachelor's degree in Accounting, Construction Systems Management, Finance, cost management, or a related field

About the Company

Superior

Electrical contractor delivering design-build and engineering

Superior is a national electrical contractor delivering end-to-end electrical design, engineering, construction, and technology services for complex facilities. It offers in-house capabilities such as BIM, prefabrication, electrical design, security and life-safety systems, and energy-efficient LEED design, handling projects from concept through maintenance. The company works on large-scale projects across healthcare, data centers, aviation, industrial, and entertainment, ranging from small service work to hundreds of millions in contract value. Its differentiator is a fully integrated, in-house solution set supported by a long history (since 1925) and a nationwide team, aiming to provide reliable delivery, high-quality installations, and ongoing maintenance for enterprise, public, and development clients.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Columbus, OH
Founded: 1925

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