Project Accountant

Builtech Services•Palatine, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Builtech Services is seeking a Project Accountant to join their fast-paced and team-oriented environment. The company has over 20 years in the construction industry and focuses on ground-up new construction and tenant improvements in various markets. They are a growing, nation-wide construction services company that values Trust, Passion, Humility, Respect, Integrity, and Courage. Builtech offers exciting projects, attractive compensation and benefits, and opportunities for growth and development.

Requirements

Project Accounting background with Associates/Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
1 - 5 years of experience in Project Accounting
Embrace and fully protect our Core Values – Integrity, Humility, Trust, Respect, Passion and Courage
Strong Microsoft Excel, Adobe Pro skills
Experience working with software programs such as Sage 300 and electronic signature software
Experience working on special projects
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work with various levels of people within the company as well as with external parties
Experience in developing and understanding financial internal controls
Valid drivers license

Nice To Haves

3-7 years of project accounting, construction accounting, billing, or related experience preferred.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
Experience with construction billing, pay applications, lien waivers, contracts, change orders, schedules of values, and job cost accounting preferred.
Strong organization, attention to detail, communication, follow-up, and deadline management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office; Sage 300 and Procore experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Own the monthly billing cycle for assigned projects, including billing packages, approvals, supporting documentation, and submission readiness.
Review subcontractor pay applications, lien waivers, sworn statements, and backup documentation for accuracy, completeness, and payment readiness.
Resolve billing discrepancies, missing documentation, approval delays, waiver exceptions, and pending change order issues.
Maintain project accounting records, including contracts, change orders, schedules of values, billing records, lien waivers, and project files.
Serve as the accounting contact for assigned projects, coordinating with project teams, subcontractors, owners, title companies, and accounting staff.
Maintain accurate project financial information in Sage 300, Procore, and company systems; support reporting, job cost review, closeout, and process improvement initiatives.