Project Accountant
Construction Company seeks a highly motivated individual to become a main point of contact for contract and financial coordination with the Project Team, Owners, and Subcontractors. This individual will be responsible for preparation of monthly payment requests, coordination of all subcontract change orders, payments, contracts, and waivers/affidavits. The ideal candidate will have a client focus approach and will work well independently and as part of the accounting team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review owner contracts to ensure all terms and requirements are being met
- Review and enter subcontract agreements
- Enter and maintain change order documentation
- Actively lead the billing process including regular cash flow maintenance
- Analyze job cost and identify problems
- Review and track waivers, affidavits, and collections
- Maintain bond information request forms
- Assist in job closeout process
- Participate in project review meetings
- Help to identify over/under billing situations
- Provided job and corporate audit assistance
- Manage subcontractor payment distributions
- Issue project performance reports
- Supervise contract management personnel
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Proficient with MS Office and Outlook; proven Excel skills
- Construction Software experience highly desired
- Ability to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task in fast pace environment
- Ability to think analytically
- Demonstrate effective management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong Interpersonal and problem solving skills
- BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Engineering or equivalent construction experience
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
- Construction Accounting
- Project Management
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Location:
- Elk Grove Village, IL (Required)
Work authorization:
- United States (Preferred)