Project Accountant

Industry leading compensation package Dynamic work environment About Our Client Our client is a well-established, national general contracting and construction management firm with a strong presence across Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio. Specializing in serving the private sector, they offer a unique blend of the resources and experience of a national company with the personalized, hands-on approach of a local firm. Job Description As a Project Accountant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth financial management of construction projects. Your key responsibilities include: Owner Billings: Review owner contracts to identify terms for accurate billing, and prepare timely, accurate owner billings in line with contractual obligations. Job Cost Management: Analyze and process job-related costs while adhering to internal control procedures. Reconcile job costs to monthly billings and identify any unbilled or late-billed costs. Coordination with Project Teams: Work closely with project teams to ensure the billing process runs smoothly, communicating effectively to ensure all costs are captured. Subcontractor Payments: Ensure subcontractors are paid promptly in exchange for waivers and compile waiver packages for project documentation. Job Closeout: Assist in closing out jobs by preparing accruals, reconciling profits and losses, and ensuring all financials are accurately captured at project completion. Insurance Compliance: Understand and manage subcontractor insurance compliance and its impact on billing and project timelines. Cash Flow Impact: Monitor the impact of cash flow on projects and ensure financial management supports overall project timelines and goals. 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 The ideal candidate will bring a strong accounting background, ideally with experience in construction or property management, and a keen attention to detail. You should possess: Education: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred. Experience: At least 3 years of accounting-related experience, with construction or property management experience being a plus. Skills: Strong attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and work in a dynamic environment, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Teamwork: Able to work both independently and collaboratively with project teams to meet deadlines and achieve results. Organizational Ability: Comfortable handling multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. What's on Offer This position offers a great opportunity to advance your career in the commercial construction industry with a respected and growing company. The role provides: Career Development: Opportunities to grow professionally in an expanding organization with a diverse project portfolio. Collaborative Environment: Work closely with a supportive team, contributing to project success and delivering high-quality service. Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary package commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Dynamic Work Environment: Engage in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment where your contributions directly impact the success of high-profile construction projects. Contact Gary Michals Quote job ref JN-122024-6619328