Project Accountant at Arco A Family Of Construction Companies in Chicago, IL | Kablio

Role

Description

billing

lien waivers

account reconciliation

invoice processing

vendor relations

cost analysis

Work closely with Project Managers to prepare billings to owners.
Responsible for collecting, logging and verifying all required lien waivers from Subcontractors and their suppliers for every payout are received and submitted to Project Owners as required.
Reconcile and close accounts payable and accounts receivable on a monthly basis and assist in the monthly cash reconciliation process. Maintain and prepare the monthly collection reports.
Work on a variety of miscellaneous issues delegated from the controller.
Process all overhead and job cost invoices throughout the month.
Develop and maintain positive relations with Subcontractors and Project Managers.
Respond to requests for information and analysis from the Project Managers on various job cost and subcontractor issues.
Work on a daily basis with the vendors and subcontractors on issues with billing and payments.

Requirements

high school

microsoft office

viewpoint

textura

accounting

communication

High School Diploma required
Must possess effective communication and organizational skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through to completion.
Textura and Title Company experience a plus.
Ability to work with and build relationships with a wide variety of people.
5-15 years of accounting experience preferred; Construction accounting experience considered a plus.
Viewpoint software experience preferred.
Able to work effectively under deadlines and high pressure.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement for associates
Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
100% charitable match
100% paid 12-week maternity leave
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
1-week paid volunteer leave each year
1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Traditional and Roth 401k

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1992

Year Founded

Established in 1992 as a design-build firm, it has since expanded coast to coast.

4,000+

Total Completed Projects

Over three decades, the company has completed thousands of projects across various sectors.

$6.5B

Annual Revenue

Generated in 2023, reflecting significant financial success.

Top 100

ENR Design-Build Ranking

Consistently ranked among the top design-build firms in the U.S.

Began as a single‑office design‑build firm and steadily expanded coast to coast.
Specialising in sectors such as warehouse/distribution and healthcare, ARCO also tackles manufacturing, entertainment and multi‑family ventures.
Its entrepreneurial, associate‑owned model returns half of the profits to employees and offers sabbaticals and stock ownership.

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

21.2% reduction

Emissions Cut

Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 21.2% in a single year, surpassing the target of 5.5%.

22.6% reduction

Water Usage

Achieved a 22.6% reduction in global water use over the past year.

35% plastic reduction

Packaging Material

Reduced plastic use in packaging by 35% through the use of recycled polythene mailbags.

90% waste recycled

Material Recycling

Recycled approximately 90% of cardboard, plastic, clothing, and building waste in FY24.

Committed to achieving net zero by 2045, addressing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions across the full value chain.
Carbon neutral for Scope 1 and 2 UK operations through accredited offset schemes.
Implemented solar panels, LED lighting, renewable energy tariffs, and fleet changes to improve energy efficiency.
Further reduced plastic use and carbon emissions by an additional 13% through improved packaging solutions, reducing waste by 17%.
Sourced 10% of textile sales from 'Better Textiles' in FY24, with a target to increase to 17.5% by 2025.
Collaborated with RCS/GRS certification, Better Cotton, Lyfcycle, FSC, and WRAP UK Plastics Pact to promote material circularity.
Established closed-loop systems and take-back schemes for garment recycling and life-extension services.

Inclusion & Diversity

No publicly disclosed DEI strategy, goals or gender‑related statistics available

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Role

Description

billing

lien waivers

account reconciliation

invoice processing

vendor relations

cost analysis

Work closely with Project Managers to prepare billings to owners.
Responsible for collecting, logging and verifying all required lien waivers from Subcontractors and their suppliers for every payout are received and submitted to Project Owners as required.
Reconcile and close accounts payable and accounts receivable on a monthly basis and assist in the monthly cash reconciliation process. Maintain and prepare the monthly collection reports.
Work on a variety of miscellaneous issues delegated from the controller.
Process all overhead and job cost invoices throughout the month.
Develop and maintain positive relations with Subcontractors and Project Managers.
Respond to requests for information and analysis from the Project Managers on various job cost and subcontractor issues.
Work on a daily basis with the vendors and subcontractors on issues with billing and payments.

Requirements

high school

microsoft office

viewpoint

textura

accounting

communication

High School Diploma required
Must possess effective communication and organizational skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.
Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities and see projects through to completion.
Textura and Title Company experience a plus.
Ability to work with and build relationships with a wide variety of people.
5-15 years of accounting experience preferred; Construction accounting experience considered a plus.
Viewpoint software experience preferred.
Able to work effectively under deadlines and high pressure.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement for associates
Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
100% charitable match
100% paid 12-week maternity leave
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
1-week paid volunteer leave each year
1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Traditional and Roth 401k

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1992

Year Founded

Established in 1992 as a design-build firm, it has since expanded coast to coast.

4,000+

Total Completed Projects

Over three decades, the company has completed thousands of projects across various sectors.

$6.5B

Annual Revenue

Generated in 2023, reflecting significant financial success.

Top 100

ENR Design-Build Ranking

Consistently ranked among the top design-build firms in the U.S.

Began as a single‑office design‑build firm and steadily expanded coast to coast.
Specialising in sectors such as warehouse/distribution and healthcare, ARCO also tackles manufacturing, entertainment and multi‑family ventures.
Its entrepreneurial, associate‑owned model returns half of the profits to employees and offers sabbaticals and stock ownership.

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

21.2% reduction

Emissions Cut

Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 21.2% in a single year, surpassing the target of 5.5%.

22.6% reduction

Water Usage

Achieved a 22.6% reduction in global water use over the past year.

35% plastic reduction

Packaging Material

Reduced plastic use in packaging by 35% through the use of recycled polythene mailbags.

90% waste recycled

Material Recycling

Recycled approximately 90% of cardboard, plastic, clothing, and building waste in FY24.

Committed to achieving net zero by 2045, addressing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions across the full value chain.
Carbon neutral for Scope 1 and 2 UK operations through accredited offset schemes.
Implemented solar panels, LED lighting, renewable energy tariffs, and fleet changes to improve energy efficiency.
Further reduced plastic use and carbon emissions by an additional 13% through improved packaging solutions, reducing waste by 17%.
Sourced 10% of textile sales from 'Better Textiles' in FY24, with a target to increase to 17.5% by 2025.
Collaborated with RCS/GRS certification, Better Cotton, Lyfcycle, FSC, and WRAP UK Plastics Pact to promote material circularity.
Established closed-loop systems and take-back schemes for garment recycling and life-extension services.

Inclusion & Diversity

No publicly disclosed DEI strategy, goals or gender‑related statistics available

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Careers

About Us

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