Senior Project Accountant
About The Position
We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant for our Service Group located in Chicago, IL. The Senior Accountant manages the accounting for a mega-project and/or multiple large projects. This individual is independent and maintains good rapport with project staff and the business group Accounting Manager and Controller. As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or business-related field
- Minimum 5 years-experience in construction accounting or related field
Nice To Haves
- Individual exhibits a high level understanding of the Walsh cost report and all of the Accounting functions related to the costs posted to the cost report.
- Individual has a strong understanding of the Walsh monthly P&L process and ensures timely submittal of project P&Ls and reviews the P&Ls for accuracy.
Responsibilities
- Reviews and processes subcontracts, subcontract change orders and Performance and Payment bonds to ensure they are in compliance with specified terms.
- Collects and reviews project subcontractor/supplier lien waivers.
- Collects, reviews, and processes subcontractor/supplier monthly project invoices.
- Ensures proper payments to all subcontractors and major suppliers.
- Processes cost transfers on project cost report for Project Management staff.
- This position requires an in depth monthly analysis of the owner billing and ability to produce owner billing independently, when applicable.
- Collects, reviews and submits monthly owner billings to the Accounting Manager or Controller for processing.
- Monitors cash flow and communicates with the project staffs on tracking A/R and when the projects are paid.
- Works independently and manages the Accounting operations for mega-projects or multiple large projects.
Benefits
- Opportunities for growth, training, and development
- Flexibility in career path & progression
- Opportunities to work and live all over the United States
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
