Project Accountant | Leading Construction Company

Naperville, Illinois Permanent USD80,000 - USD85,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
This Project Accountant is with a leading construction organization based in Naperville. The role will be responsible for upwards of five projects at a given time, and the ability to collaborate internally with an established team. This opportunity with give you the ability to expand your knowledge within the construction industry specific to accounting.
  • Highly preferred construction organization, with new projects daily
  • Ability to work independently, while working with experience colleagues

About Our Client

Our client is a leader in the construction industry working on multi-family and residential properties across the Chicagoland area. The team prioritizes a transparent communication strategy with their employees, and ensures the team is supported through the entirety of a project.

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 1-2 days a week
Contact
Molly Murphy
Quote job ref
JN-012025-6635108

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Accountant/Bookkeeper
Industry
Business Services
Location
Naperville
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Molly Murphy
Job Reference
JN-012025-6635108
Job Nature
Hybrid working