Project Accountant

SKENDER GROUP LLC•Chicago, IL

23d•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a Project Accountant who is ready to take their career to the next level. This role involves understanding project accounting best practices, monitoring project progress, investigating variances, and ensuring payments are collected and distributed accurately. The ideal candidate has a no-nonsense attitude and understands the value in proactive communication between their team, partners, and clients.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years’ accounting experience required.
Working knowledge of GAAP and basic construction-related financial processes.
Project & Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at once, adjusting quickly as needs shift. A strong sense of ownership around deadlines with consistent, on-time delivery.
Organization & Attention to Detail: Highly organized with strong attention to detail across documentation, tracking, and follow-through.
Communication & Collaboration: Clear, professional communication with both internal teams and external partners.
Industry Knowledge: Understanding of core construction project workflows and how projects progress from start to finish.

Nice To Haves

Construction accounting experience preferred but not required.
Working knowledge of Procore, certified payroll reporting, and MBE/WBE tracking is desired.

Responsibilities

Prepare and issue subcontracts and purchase orders in coordination with the Project Manager.
Review project specifications to support accurate and complete schedules of values.
Partner with Risk Management to review and approve any subcontractor or vendor revisions to company terms and conditions.
Collaborate with Project Management to prepare monthly payment applications and required project documentation.
Ensure project compliance through collection, tracking, and submission of certified payroll.
Track, enter, and validate all costs related to subcontractors and key suppliers.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus, up to 6% of their base salary
Skender pays 100% of the premium for health insurance (medical, dental, & vision)
Annual deposit into health savings account
Retirement plan with 100% match up to 5% of gross earnings
Tuition reimbursement for continued learning opportunities
Employee referral program
Wellness incentives
Paid time off
Parental leave for mothers and fathers
Free employee assistance program services
Free short- & long-term disability insurance
Community involvement