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Project Accountant- Chicago General Contractor

Chicago, Illinois Permanent USD85,000 - USD100,000 per year View Job Description
Located in the downtown Chicago area, this is a great opportunity for someone with construction accounting experience to join a reputable and stable general contractor as a Senior Project Accountant. Clear career progression is available, flexible working and the chance to be a part of construction projects that shape the Chicago skyline.
  • Opportunity to join an established Chicago General Contractor and lead the team
  • Fun, vibrant team, very welcoming and great work life balance

About Our Client

This general contractor has decades of success and repeat business. They've been the driving force behind some of the city's most notable projects and have shaped the Chicago skyline. Not only are they at the forefront of major projects, they are known for their low staff turnover, excellent benefits and family feel despite growing north of $500m in revenue per year. With this contractor you get the best of both worlds- large enough to grow your career internally but while maintaining the close knit feel of a smaller business- you'll have regular contact with the C-suite team and work closely with your accounting colleagues, Project Managers and Project Executives on a regular basis.

This Senior Project Accountant position comes with the opportunity for progression into a management/leadership role.

Job Description

Senior Project Accountant responsibilities:

Project Financial Management:

  • Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
  • Track project costs, ensuring accurate cost allocation and variance analysis.
  • Prepare and review Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules to ensure proper revenue recognition.



Billing & Compliance:

  • Generate and submit AIA billing, progress billings, and lien waivers (if construction-related).
  • Ensure compliance with contract terms, purchase orders, and change orders.
  • Handle subcontractor/vendor payments and verify invoices against project budgets.



Collaboration & Reporting:

  • Work closely with project managers, finance teams, and leadership to provide financial insights.
  • Prepare and analyze project profitability reports, job cost reports, and cash flow statements.
  • Support month-end close processes, including reconciliations of project accounts.



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

  • To be considered for this position, candidates are required to have project accounting experience, working on projects in excess of $5m in value.
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance

What's on Offer

  • Market leading base salary
  • Generous benefits including 3 weeks PTO, 5% 401k match and a 10% target bonus
  • Multiple healthcare, dental and vision plans on offer with low bi-weekly contributions
  • Clear progression into a management position
  • Various team outings, happy hours and team building events
  • Your birthday off work (or nearest day if it falls on a weekend!)
Contact
Michael Younie
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6689311

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Part Qualified
Industry
Property
Location
Chicago
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Michael Younie
Job Reference
JN-032025-6689311