Accounting Supervisor: Project Billing & WIP Lead

Fortis Fire & Safety; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Company holidays

Life insurance

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) match

Disability insurance

Job summary

Fortis Fire & Safety is seeking an Accounting Supervisor to support core accounting functions, including billing, close, and reporting. The role focuses on project and service billing, WIP tracking, and robust internal controls.

You will oversee day-to-day AP/AR, banking, and reporting, collaborating with leadership on ERP optimization and process improvements. Qualified candidates have a BA in Accounting, 4+ years of hands-on accounting experience, and strong GAAP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Minimum 4 years of hands-on accounting experience including general ledger, reconciliations, month-end close, AP/AR, and financial reporting.
• Experience with job costing, WIP, and service/project billing, preferably within field services, construction, life safety, or a related trade.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and core accounting principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (advanced Excel) and experience in ERP/accounting software environments; experience with Q360 or a comparable platform is a plus.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities with the ability to interpret financial data and resolve practical accounting issues.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, confidentiality, and follow-through.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to prepare reports and procedural documentation.
• Ability to work on-site as required and maintain regular attendance.

Responsibilities

• Manage service and project billing, including job costing, revenue and expense matching, and work-in-progress (WIP) tracking.
• Support corporate month-end and year-end close processes, including physical inventory.
• Support accurate and timely financial reporting, including reviewing financial data and ensuring transactions are recorded properly in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable workflows, ensuring accuracy and appropriate internal controls.
• Support day-to-day banking operations, including oversight of incoming and outgoing bank transactions.
• Monitor accounting dashboards to ensure efficient day-to-day AP/AR operations.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls related to revenue, expenditures, and budgets.
• Reconcile corporate card expenses and transactions monthly.
• Prepare lien waivers.
• Support process improvement initiatives, including ERP system implementation and optimization (e.g., Q360).
• Provide financial analysis as requested by the leadership team.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Attend financial leadership meetings as needed.
• Provide general administrative support as business needs arise.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel (Advanced)

Job costing

WIP tracking

AP/AR

Financial reporting

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Internal controls

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Q360 ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fortis Fire & Safety is seeking an Accounting Supervisor to support core accounting functions, including billing, close, and reporting. The role focuses on project and service billing, WIP tracking, and robust internal controls.

You will oversee day-to-day AP/AR, banking, and reporting, collaborating with leadership on ERP optimization and process improvements. Qualified candidates have a BA in Accounting, 4+ years of hands-on accounting experience, and strong GAAP knowledge.