Project Accounting Manager | GC Firm | Westmont, IL

Our client is a a long-standing, general contractor with over a 50 years of success and they are seeking a Project Accounting Manager to join its growing finance team. This role was newly created due to continued business expansion and the increase in active construction projects across the Midwest. The company is known for its stable growth, diverse project portfolio, and collaborative culture.

This role will oversee a team of 2-4 project accountants and play a key leadership role in driving accuracy, efficiency, and consistency across project financials. The position is ideal for a senior project accountant or project accounting manager looking to step into a leadership role within a well-established, financially sound construction firm.

Client Details

Our client is a a long-standing, general contractor with over a 50 years of success and they are seeking a Project Accounting Manager to join its growing finance team. This role was newly created due to continued business expansion and the increase in active construction projects across the Midwest. The company is known for its stable growth, diverse project portfolio, and collaborative culture.

This role will oversee a team of 2-4 project accountants and play a key leadership role in driving accuracy, efficiency, and consistency across project financials. The position is ideal for a senior project accountant or project accounting manager looking to step into a leadership role within a well-established, financially sound construction firm.

Description

Project Accounting Manager Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily project accounting operations and mentor a team of project accountants
• Manage job cost reporting, AIA billings, lien waivers, and subcontractor compliance
• Review project financials, analyze cost variances, and ensure alignment with budgets and contracts
• Partner with operations, project management, and leadership to provide financial insights
• Maintain consistent accounting processes and internal controls across multiple projects
• Support month-end close and ensure timely, accurate reporting for active jobs
• Leverage technology (ViewPoint, Textura, or eBuilder) to streamline accounting functions and reporting

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (accounting preferred)
• 5+ years of project accounting experience within construction, engineering, or related industries
• Proven leadership or mentoring experience
• Strong knowledge of construction software

Job Offer

• Discretionary bonus
• Strong family culture
• Well-known, reputable brand across the Greater Chicago Area
• National projects
  
  

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