Responsibilities of The Construction Project Accountant Include:

• Construct payment applications
• Updates and details the schedule of values
• Interact directly with project managers
• Collects and reviews project subcontractor/supplier lien waivers
• Collects, reviews, and processes subcontractor/supplier monthly project pay applications. Ensure all invoices have been accrued properly and timely to the correct cost reports and phase codes
• Ensures proper payments to all subcontractors and major suppliers
• Provides monthly assistance to Project Management staff in the preparation of monthly billings to Project Owners.
• Collects, reviews and submits monthly owner billings for processing
• Assist and take charge of construction progress billings for material and installation jobs from beginning to end, including issuing lien waivers, communicating with subcontractors, project managers, and owners
• Assist with ongoing change orders for jobs and updating Excel spreadsheets as the accounting record for auditing purposes
• Maintain Certified Payroll and EEO Requirements for projects

Qualifications:

• Construction/Accounting experience
• Strong Excel skills
• Attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knows how to properly and efficiently process billings, subcontractor payables, waivers and AIA documents
• Is organized, detail-oriented, and analytical
• Has the ability to work independently and has strong multi-tasking skills
• Proficient in Excel, Word, construction specific accounting software, and Viewpoint
• Knowledge of E-Builder, LCP Tracker and B2GNOW is helpful

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
• Construction: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wood Dale, IL 60191: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person