The Berg Group is looking for an Accountant to join our team in Chaska, MN! The Berg Group, a specialty contractor based in the upper Midwest for over 50 years, offers integrated solutions in pre-construction services, interior/exterior framing, and finishes. Headquartered in Minnesota, with additional offices in Naples, Sacramento, and Carlsbad, the company has been led by dedicated professionals. If you want to learn more, please visit our About page on our Berg website at https://berggroup.us/about
Summary
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The Accountant will work closely with the Assistant Controller to assist with accurate financial reporting. The Accountant will also assist to accurately account for the billing and cost of assigned projects. This is a key role at the Berg Group, providing great customer service to our Project Management team, General Contractors and Suppliers.
Essential Functions
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Primary Responsibilities/Duties
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Prepare month end journal entries.
Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
Deposit daily cash receipts and ensure accurate application to outstanding invoices
Make customer inquiries on past due accounts (phone, email, and tracking)
Approval of contracts/change orders/budgets
Work with project managers to reclass miscoded job expenses
Perform credit references for potential new clients
Support Accounts Payable with invoice entry and purchase order matching
Issue timely and accurate weekly and monthly reports
Provide quality customer service to our internal and external clients
Look for and establish opportunities to streamline and optimize processes
Other special projects as assigned
Experience and Qualifications
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Minimum Qualifications
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Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Basic knowledge of Cost Accounting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Strong organizational and time management orientation
Possesses the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work independently within a team environment
Acts with a sense of urgency to complete tasks in a timely manner
Preferred Qualifications
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Associate's and/or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or relevant work experience.
1 - 3 years of related experience in accounting.
Experience in construction accounting (general contractor or specialty sub-contractor) a plus
Detail-oriented, deadline/goal-driven.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work environment.
Sales tax experience a plus
Plexxis software experience a plus
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