Accountant - Manufacturing

Job Description Summary

Join our growing team as a manufacturing accountant! The Accountant - Project Billing & GL role is responsible for owning the full project billing lifecycle and supporting general ledger accounting functions at Baer Manufacturing in Hudson, WI. You will spend roughly 75 percent of your time managing our billing, customer portal submissions, and accounts receivable pipeline. The remaining 25 percent will be spent managing balance sheet account reconciliations, fixed assets, and month-end journal entries alongside our Controller. This role involves frequent, direct engagement with general contractors, internal leadership, and the Manufacturing Controller - requiring strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, people-first approach.

This is a fully on-site position at our Hudson, WI location.

Job Description:

Role & Responsibilities

• Own the full-cycle project billing process from initial contract setup through final retainage collection across commercial and industrial prefabrication contracts.
• Prepare accurate monthly progress billings utilizing AIA G702/G703 formats, schedules of values, and milestone documentation per required daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines.
• Upload, manage, and track billing approvals through customer portals including Textura, GCPay, Coupa, and other general contractor platforms.
• Manage lien waiver workflows by generating and tracking progress waivers, final conditional waivers, and subtier supplier documentation.
• Take personal ownership of accounts receivable aging by conducting direct, professional collection follow-ups with customers and tracking payment commitments.
• Apply customer remittances and electronic payments against open accounts receivable balances while adhering to internal accounting control standards.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and fixed asset depreciation schedules to support an efficient month-end close.
• Effectively communicate to ensure prompt and responsive resolution of billing discrepancies, customer inquiries, and payment issues with general contractors and internal stakeholders. Escalate complex issues to the Manufacturing Controller as needed.
• Review current billing processes and procedures and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Assist the Manufacturing Controller in executing month-end close and reporting activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline required; or an Associate degree in Accounting with a minimum of 3 years of hands-on accounting and billing experience.
• Prior experience with construction progress billing, AIA formats, retainage calculations, or lien waiver processes strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of general ledger accounting, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Exceptional customer service skills exemplifying professionalism in the workplace.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the drive to resolve billing discrepancies directly and professionally with general contractors.
• Strong phone contact handling and active listening skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products, with intermediate to advanced skills in Excel.
• Experience with Viewpoint Spectrum or similar construction ERP platforms preferred.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, while also being a collaborative partner with the Controller and plant leadership team in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in multitasking, prioritizing, and managing time effectively to meet billing and close deadlines while adapting to changing priorities.

Physical Requirements

• This position is performed on-site daily at Baer Manufacturing's Hudson, WI location.
• This role regularly uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
• This position requires the ability to lift files and open filing cabinets.
• Employees are frequently required to sit, stand, and occasionally required to bend, kneel, reach, stoop, or crouch.
• This position may occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.

Why Hunt Electric?

Hunt Electric is a 100% employee-owned company with over 60 years of stability, momentum, and exciting growth ahead-our future is bright! We’re proud of our people-first culture, where every decision starts with, “How will this impact our people?” We put safety first, believe we’re better together, and bring the energy of a growing company with the foundation of a business that’s been trusted for decades.

• 100% Paid Premiums: Medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums are 100% employer-paid for you and your family. Plus, a cash benefit if you opt out.
• Three Pillars of Retirement: We are proud to offer three modes of retirement to ensure you are well-positioned for the future: a 401(k) match, profit sharing, and an ESOP that makes you an employee-owner.
• Annual Discretionary Bonus: Employees enjoy an annual discretionary bonus based on company performance and individual contributions.
• Work-Life Balance: 3+ weeks PTO to start, paid holidays, sick time, and flexible hybrid schedules for many positions.
• Growth & Community: Internal learning and development, multiple Employee Resource Groups, family-friendly work events, and a deep commitment to community volunteering.

Pay Range:

$66,560.00 - $92,160.00

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only. In addition to base compensation, Hunt Electric offers a robust benefits plan. See below for additional details or visit our website at Hunt Electric Careers.

Learn more about our benefits and culture: https://www.huntelec.com/employment/.

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Hunt Electric Corporation and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and afford equal opportunity to all qualified applicants for consideration in all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.

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