LVC Companies · 1 day ago
Project Accountant - Fire Protection
Hibbing,MN,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
3+ years expLVC Companies is the area's leading fire protection and systems integration company, established in 1982. They are seeking a Project Accountant responsible for financial, billing, and cost-tracking activities associated with fire protection projects, ensuring accurate cost capture and timely billing.
Construction
Responsibilities
Maintain detailed cost records for all labor, materials, equipment, rentals, and subcontractor expenses in accordance with cost-plus contract requirements
Monitor daily and weekly cost accumulation against project budgets, allowances, and forecasts
Track direct and indirect costs, validating charge/phasing codes and proper allocation
Reconcile cost reports with procurement logs, time sheets, and job-costing systems
Prepare monthly cost-plus billing packages including labor summaries, material invoices, subcontractor billings, equipment logs, and markup calculations
Ensure compliance with contractual billing structures, markups, reimbursables, and fee percentages
Collaborate with project and field teams to verify accuracy of billable hours and materials
Support client audits by providing documentation and clarification
Produce weekly and monthly cost reports, cash-flow projections, and cost-to-complete forecasts
Provide variance analysis comparing actual cost to budget, identifying risk areas
Support PM and leadership with financial insight for schedule impacts, change orders, and claims
Maintain knowledge of the cost-plus contract terms including fee structure, rates, reimbursable categories, and documentation requirements
Review subcontractor invoices for adherence to contractual requirements before approval
Ensure retention, allowances, and contingencies are applied correctly
Maintain organized digital records of invoices, receipts, timesheets, purchase orders, and subcontractor billings
Support internal and client audits with timely data retrieval
Ensure daily field reports, time logs, and material purchase documents align with billed costs
Work closely with Project Manager to align cost reporting with project schedule and milestones
Coordinate with procurement on PO status, receiving records, and vendor compliance
Communicate cost impacts of design changes, scope additions, and site conditions to PM and leadership
Provide detailed financial backup for progress meetings and client status reviews
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
3+ years of project accounting experience in construction, industrial projects, or fire protection systems
Strong knowledge of cost-plus contract structures and construction billing
Proficiency in construction financial software (e.g. Viewpoint)
Advanced skills in Excel, including pivot tables and cost-tracking tools
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation discipline
Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with project teams
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement Savings Plan
ESOP
FSA
LegalShield
Employee Assistance Program
PTO
Holiday pay
Company
LVC Companies
A national technology partner keeping you protected and connected since 1982.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bert Bongard
President/CEO/Board of Directors at LVC Companies, Inc
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