Construction Accounting Manager

LG Group • Chicago, IL

6d

About The Position

POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Controller, the Construction Accounting Manager is a senior accounting leader responsible for executing and overseeing day-to-day accounting operations across LG Group entities, with particular ownership of project accounting, job costing, accounts receivable, accounts payable oversight, reconciliations, and close execution.

This role serves as the operational backbone of the accounting function, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance while supporting scalable growth across LG Builders, LG Advantage, Development, and Design entities. The Accounting Manager partners closely with the Controller, Project Accountants, and operational leaders to maintain financial integrity, improve processes, and provide reliable financial reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred but not required)
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience in construction, real estate development, or project-based accounting
• Strong knowledge of job costing, WIP, draws, and multi-entity accounting
• Proficiency with Sage ERP, Excel, and accounting systems
• Experience working with Project Managers and operational teams

Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all LG entities
• Prepare, review, and post general ledger journal entries, including payroll, benefits, accruals, allocations, and adjustments
• Maintain accurate cash, credit card, escrow, and bank reconciliations for all accounts
• Support the Controller in maintaining multi-entity accounting integrity, including intercompany transactions and eliminations
• Ensure proper coding, documentation, and support for all accounting transactions in Sage ERP
• Own and coordinate LGA billing and invoicing and support billing processes across other entities
• Record and reconcile cash receipts across all companies
• Maintain and update draw trackers for LG Builders, Development, and Design projects
• Lead A/R aging review and analysis, escalating risks and collection issues
• Prepare weekly A/R and cash updates to support executive cash forecasting
• Coordinate with title companies on draw submissions, funding, and documentation
• Oversee vendor invoice intake and workflow (DocuSign, TimberScan, centralized inbox)
• Review and approve vendor coding, employee reimbursements, and credit card activity
• Support and review payment processing, check runs, and subcontractor payments
• Monitor A/P aging, supporting cash planning and liquidity management
• Oversee subcontractor lien waiver collection and tracking in coordination with Project AccountantsSupport estimating team and project managers in developing accurate general conditions budgets through staffing cost analysis and tracking of staffing costs to completion
• Oversee job setup in Sage ERP and ensure proper cost structure
• Prepare and review monthly draws, including G702/703 and CSS reports
• Review subcontractor invoices and project costs for accuracy and compliance
• Prepare monthly CIP schedules, WIP reports, and job cost analyses
• Review job profitability, identify variances, and partner with project teams on resolution
• Prepare project reconciliations at project closeout and support lessons-learned reviews
• Participate in Project Kickoff and Closeout Meetings, including Procore compliance reviews
• Prepare and review payroll and benefits journal entries
• Produce monthly payroll summaries by entity
• Track labor hours and labor cost allocations across LGA and LGB
• Support workers’ compensation audits and required labor reporting
• Support external audits, including GAAP, insurance, and workers’ compensation audits
• Maintain internal controls documentation and support periodic reviews
• Assist with tax compliance, audit schedules, and CPA coordination
• Support 1099 preparation and filing
• Ensure compliance with lien waiver requirements, insurance certificates, and regulatory filings
• Maintain accurate document retention and audit-ready records
• Support administration and optimization of Sage ERP and accounting systems
• Drive process improvements to reduce manual work and improve accuracy
• Maintain standardized templates, checklists, and procedures
• Train and mentor Project Accountants and Specialists
• Ensure clear role clarity, accountability, and consistent execution across the team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level