37962 | Construction Accountant at Brilliant Oak Brook, IL

Comunidade Metodista; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Brilliant in Oak Brook, IL seeks a Construction/Project Accountant to manage accounting for construction projects, including draws, vendor payments, and cash flow monitoring. Experience with Yardi is required.

Responsibilities include recording draws, coding expenses to project accounts, reconciling project ledgers, and producing monthly reports on budget vs. actuals and cash flow. Collaboration with project teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of construction accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Yardi for construction accounts.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Record draw requests in the financial system and ensure project accounts reflect them.
• Record and classify vendor payments and code expenses to project accounts in Yardi.
• Monitor cash flow requirements and actual expenditures per project.
• Reconcile project accounts and provide monthly performance reports.
• Collaborate with property accountants, construction managers, and developers.

Skills

Construction accounting

Budgeting

Cash flow management

Tools

Yardi

Job description

37962 | Construction Accountant job at Brilliant. Oak Brook, IL.

Added - 7 hours ago

37962 | Construction Accountant

Accounting/Finance

Oak Brook,Illinois |Direct Hire

Job Description

Our client inOak Brookis looking for aConstruction/Project Accountantwho will manage the accounting aspects of construction projects, focusing on recording draw requests, reviewing and classifying vendor payments, and monitoring cash flow requirements on a project-by-project basis.

**Experience with Yardi and some Construction accounting is Required**

Recording Draw Requests:

• Accurately record draw requests in the financial system, ensuring they are correctly reflected in project accounts.
• Liaise with project managers and accounting teams to ensure documentation for draw requests is complete and compliant with organizational policies.

Vendor Payment Recording & Classification:

• Record and classify vendor payments, ensuring accuracy and adherence to the construction budget.
• Properly code expenses to appropriate construction project accounts in Yardi.

Cash Flow Monitoring:

• Track cash flow requirements and actual expenditures for each construction project.
• Monitor project budgets to ensure alignment with expected cash flow and identify any potential shortfalls or discrepancies.

Reconciliation & Reporting:

• Reconcile project accounts regularly to ensure accurate financial records.
• Provide monthly financial reports detailing project performance, including budget vs. actuals and cash flow summaries.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Work closely with property accountants, construction managers, and development teams to facilitate smooth financial operations.
• Act as a key financial contact for active construction projects, ensuring timely and accurate financial updates to internal stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in construction accounting.
• Proficiency in Yardi, with hands‑on experience in managing construction‑related accounts.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles, particularly in construction accounting and financial management.
• Ability to manage multiple construction projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.

Salary Range:90K-100K, DOE and Onsite

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