Project Accountant | 20% Bonus

Skokie, Illinois Permanent USD75,000 - USD90,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
Join a leading construction organization in Skokie as a Project Accountant. In this role, you'll manage multiple projects-typically five or more-while working closely with a seasoned internal team. This opportunity will allow you to deepen your expertise in accounting within the construction industry, and make strong connections with both colleagues and clients.
  • Bonus has paid out in full over the last few years
  • Independent work environment, with opportunity to grow!

About Our Client

Our client is a leader in commercial properties across health care, residential, automotive, and works cross-functionally with real estate partners to identify the best up-and-coming projects. With customers that WANT to bring return business to our client, the company is debt free and plans to grow by 50% over the next three years.

Job Description

  • Review owner contracts to ensure accurate billing based on contractual terms and prepare timely, accurate billings in accordance with those agreements.
  • Analyze and track job-related costs, ensuring adherence to internal control procedures. Reconcile job costs with monthly billings and identify any unbilled or delayed charges.
  • Collaborate with project teams to ensure smooth billing processes, ensuring all costs are captured and communicated effectively.
  • Ensure prompt payment to subcontractors upon receipt of waivers and compile waiver packages for proper project documentation.
  • Assist with job closeout by preparing accruals, reconciling project profits and losses, and ensuring accurate financials are recorded at project completion.
  • Oversee subcontractor insurance compliance, ensuring its impact on billing and project schedules is appropriately managed.
  • Monitor cash flow for each project and ensure financial management practices support project timelines and objectives.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA a plus
  • 3+ years of experience in project accounting, within the construction industry required
  • Knowledge of GAAP, and other policies and regulations
  • Ability to work independently and multi-task

What's on Offer

  • Discretionary bonus based on company performance
  • Health Benefits
  • Ability to work from home 2-3 days a week
Contact
Molly Murphy
Quote job ref
JN-012025-6636852

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Accountant/Bookkeeper
Industry
Business Services
Location
Skokie
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Molly Murphy
Job Reference
JN-012025-6636852
Job Nature
Hybrid working