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CBIZ Talent and Compensation Solutions lists this Project Accountant opportunity in mchenry, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
nJob Description
nCBIZ Talent Solutions is assisting our construction client seeking an onsite Project Accountant to support the financial management of commercial projects from project setup through closeout. This role partners closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators, and Leadership to ensure accurate job costing, billing, forecasting, compliance, and project profitability.
n** Key Responsibilities: **
nnManage job costing, budget tracking, committed cost reconciliations, and cost-to-complete forecasting.
nPrepare and process AIA billings, change orders, retainage calculations, and other project-related invoicing.
nMonitor accounts receivable, payment status, and collections.
nReview contracts, subcontracts, vendor invoices, pay applications, lien waivers, and insurance documentation.
nTrack and maintain project financial data, including labor allocation, certified payroll, and WIP reporting.
nPrepare financial reports, forecasts, and variance analyses for project teams and leadership.
nMaintain project accounting records in Vista/Viewpoint, including job setup, cost codes, purchase orders, subcontracts, and AP/AR workflows.
nSupport project closeouts, including final billings, retainage collection, reconciliations, and financial summaries.
nCollaborate with operations and project teams to improve processes, documentation, and financial accuracy.
n n** Qualifications: **
nnBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
n3+ years of project accounting experience within construction, roofing, or a related industry.
nStrong knowledge of job costing, AIA billing, WIP reporting, retainage, change orders, and project forecasting.
nExperience with Vista/Viewpoint and construction management platforms such as Procore, Textura, or GCPay.
nUnderstanding of certified payroll, prevailing wage requirements, and construction contract administration.
nAdvanced Excel skills and strong financial reporting capabilities.
nExcellent analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
nAbility to manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
n n** Compensation range is between $120-$125K annually plus benefits. **
n** CBIZ Talent & Compensation Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. **
n** CBIZ Talent & Compensation Solutions does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, national origin, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under the law.**
Worksite address
mchenry, IL, 60050, US
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