Sr. Project Accountant

Description

• Assist with audits, internal reviews, and client financial reporting obligations.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial statement packages for joint venture leadership and corporate Finance, including variance analysis and commentary.
• Maintain detailed supporting schedules for all reconciliations and entries.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for accounting processes, systems, and reporting.
• Reconcile project financials monthly and support work-in-progress (WIP) reporting.
• Set up and maintain job cost budgets, cost codes, and contract records in accounting/project management systems.
• Monitor subcontractor invoicing, lien waivers, and payment applications.
• Conduct comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations (bank accounts, fixed assets, accruals, and liabilities) monthly.
• Prepare and submit accurate owner billings, including AIA documents and backup.
• Serve as a financial partner to Project Managers and executives by providing timely, accurate financial insights to support decision-making.
• Support project closeout by ensuring all financial obligations are met and documentation is complete
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, contract terms, and external reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to review job cost reports and forecast cost-to-complete.
• Track and analyze costs, commitments, and change orders throughout the life of the project.
• Prepare, calculate, and post monthly Work in Progress (WIP) entries, ensuring accuracy of revenue recognition under percentage-of-completion methodology.

Requirements

• Proficiency with PowerPoint and Adobe Software (Acrobat, Adobe Sign, document preparation, etc.).
• 5+ years of progressive construction accounting experience, including direct WIP preparation and month-end close responsibilities.
• Knowledge of main Excel Functions (Pivot tables, lookups, conditional formulas, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Strong knowledge of percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, GAAP, and construction financial reporting.
• Proficiency with accounting and project management systems (e.g., Foundation, Sage Intacct, Procore, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Fully paid two-month sabbatical leave for employees who reach their 10-year anniversary with the company
• All employees immediately have access to mentorship, regular skills-based training, and leadership development programs
• Parental leave policy
• Affordable and freshly made breakfast and lunch provided through our on-site meal program (Chicago home office employees only)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option
• Company 401(k) matching contributions
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Gym membership reimbursement program (Chicago home office employees only)
• We fully cover transportation costs, including parking and train fares, for employees
• 7 paid holidays
• 15 days of paid time off (PTO)
• All employees are immediately eligible for our bonus program where employees at all levels are engaged in the financial and operational performance of the business, enabling them to understand how their contributions directly impact the company's bottom line

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance