Senior Project Accountant | Design Build Firm | Skokie, IL

Our client is looking for a strong Senior Project Accountant to join their growing team as the organization invests in new technology to improve overall processes. This role will provide you with the opportunity to own your own project portfolio, learn new skillsets from a strong leadership team and leave an impact.

Client Details

I am partnered with a $20M design build firm that specializes in general contracting on a newly created Senior Project Accountant role. Our client is forward thinking as they continue to invest in new technology to set them apart from their competition, while elevating their team's own skillset. The team has a customer-first mindset that allows the organization to have repeat customers.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to own your own project portfolio, provide insight from your prior experience in project accounting to improve processes and work with a fun and family-centric team. If you're interested, please review the responsibilities and requirements below and apply today!

Description

• Prepare, review and distribute complete billing packages that include an invoice, sworn statement, waiver of lien, AIA G702/703 and any other necessary documents as dictated by the owner contract
• Work with internal project team to deliver projects on budget
• Responsible and accountable for confirming Certificates of Insurance (COIs) are on file and up to date for all subcontractors
• Collect, review, and organize Waiver of Lien forms from vendors and subcontractors
• Verify accurate job cost coding of Purchase Orders and Subcontracts
• Upload project budgets into Construction Management Software
• Provide support for Project Management Team for project forecasting as required
• Assist in preparing monthly financial and project status reports
• Collect, review, and process subcontractor monthly project invoices, ensuring accurate coding and timely processing
• Interact with title companies and lenders to secure payment
• Maintain organized project files with respect to all contract billing
• Serve as project accounting point of contact for clients, handling all communications in a professional and expedient manner

Profile

• 8 years in experience within the construction industry (either within a general contractor or subcontractor)
• 3-5 years of experience in construction accounting
• Experience with a construction focused ERP tool (Jonas Premier preferred)

Job Offer

• Discretionary bonus
• PTO, healthcare
• Strong culture internally
• Growth focused mindset

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