Project Accountant, Mechanical

About the role

Since 1913, Hooper has grown into a well-respected electric power and mechanical contractor, headquartered in Wisconsin with offices in Colorado, Florida, and Ohio. Serving commercial and residential clients, Hooper delivers expert services built on safety, outstanding craftsmanship, respectful collaboration, and community engagement. We foster a culture of collaboration, integrity, and growth. Joining Hooper means joining a century-strong legacy of excellence and people-first values.

Works independently and provides accounting and administrative support for project managers & their projects. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a high volume, fast paced, detail-oriented environment with the ability to work as a member of a team, follow directions, and exercise good judgment. Being a self-starter with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, have a client service attitude, as well as strong organization, communication, and document coordination skills are required to successfully handle this position.

Responsibilities

• Performs and coordinates accounting activities related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, project billing, payroll, equipment tracking and charging, job cost accounting, and general ledger support.
• Maintain & monitor inventory for job costing.
• Prepares invoices for assigned division. Includes investigating exceptions, creating spreadsheets, verification, and reconciliation of billable hours with actual payroll hours on invoices.
• Review and enter weekly payroll information for assigned department, verify proper project and cost-code allocation, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate corrections before established payroll deadlines.
• Utilizes COINs system to maintain accurate project setups, budgets, change orders and on-going tracking of changes as required.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and assists Project Managers with the collection of outstanding project balances.
• Prepares a variety of special and recurring reports, some of which are confidential. Conducts required research and interpretation of data with minimal supervision.
• Composes and edits letters, memos, and reports as required.
• Leverage approved AI-powered tools and technologies to streamline workflows, support data analysis, and enhance decision-making within the accounting function.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Experience: At least 3 years of experience in Business Finance/ Accounting field
• Education: 2 or 4 year college degree in Business Finance or Accounting is preferred
• Technical Skills: Strong proof reading skills to prepare reports in an accurate manner
• Behavioral Skills: Strong attention to detail, problem solving skills, and ability to meet deadlines

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays
• Identity Theft Protection
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage

Working Environment

Normal office environment. Routinely works from a sitting position with a computer. Repetitive typing and computer use required. Regular bending, twisting, and light lifting are common.