Project Accountant, Construction

Job Description

Ryan Companies has an immediate hiring need for a Construction Project Accountant supporting our growing Mission Critical sector. This role will be in our office in Minneapolis, MN. The individual will be responsible for financial and reporting requirements for assigned construction management projects, including invoice processing, billing processing, and contract administration.

• Develop, understand, and document a working knowledge of each construction project including all applicable owner contract requirements.
• Create and administer owner billings to exact schedule and time‑keeping requirements.
• Proactive attention to collection of open receivables.
• Develop processes and procedures to meet applicable compliance requirements set forth by owners and Federal, State, and Local authorities, ensuring proper audit trail for future accessibility.
• Communicate with Project Managers, Director of Construction, and all other necessary internal personnel with respect to strategic and day‑to‑day job requirements.
• Responsible for administration of prime contractor process including insurance and registration process specific to the project.
• General administrative duties such as filing, correspondence, scanning, copying, and data entry.
• Internal and external customer assistance and service.
• Create, maintain, and archive electronic and hard copy project files.
• Assist in drafting prime contracts for PM and owner review and approval; manage all related paperwork.
• Assist in drafting change orders for PM and owner review and approval; manage all change orders to prime contractors.
• Quickly respond to any job‑specific accounting questions or issues.
• Maintain web‑based project management system.
• Manage accounting and contract closeout process with owner on projects.

• 3-5 years of accounting and administrative experience in a commercial environment.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or business‑related field of study.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills and good mathematical aptitude with knowledge of accounting, invoicing, and audit procedures.
• Ability to collaborate and contribute professionally within a team structure.

• 2 years in the construction industry.
• Self‑motivation to accurately and efficiently complete all aspects of the project with minimal supervision.
• Self‑motivated and driven for continuous improvement both at the individual level and business level.

The salary range is $80,000 - $110,000. The salary base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Parenting Benefits
• Employee Discount Programs
• Pet insurance
• Ryan Foundation – charitable matching funds
• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For information about your rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, please email hum If we can help accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please email hum Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

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