Senior Project Accountant – Construction

Teklysium Inc • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Responsible for managing project financials from contract award through closeout, ensuring accurate reporting, budgeting, billing, and compliance with accounting standards. The role works closely with Project Managers, Operations, and Finance teams and supports improvements to accounting processes and reporting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of construction accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, WIP, percentage-of-completion, job costing, and revenue recognition.
• Experience with construction accounting software such as Foundation, Acumatica, Sage Intacct, or Procore.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat/Sign.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently.

Nice To Haves

• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up project budgets, cost codes, contracts, and billing terms.
• Monitor project costs, subcontractor commitments, and financial performance.
• Manage client billing, AIA applications, retainage, and payment tracking.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, reconciliations, and WIP schedules.
• Analyze project costs, margins, budgets, and financial forecasts.
• Review subcontractor and vendor invoices for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage project financial closeout and final billing.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting processes.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and contract requirements.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Operations, and Finance teams.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting.

What This Job Offers

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