Senior Project Accountant

Vanir; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, vision

HSA with employer contributions

Life, AD&D and disability benefits

FSA

Teladoc

Pet insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Employee referral program

Job summary

Vanir is seeking a detail-oriented Construction Project Accountant to support a large-scale state-funded construction project in Chicago. You will manage job cost tracking, invoicing, budgeting, forecasting and reporting, ensuring compliance and accurate cost capture.

The role requires 5+ years in construction accounting, proficiency with Primavera P6/Procore/Autodesk, and strong project controls knowledge. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 5+ years of experience in construction or project accounting on public/state-funded projects.
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical capabilities.
• Experience with government compliance, audits, and reporting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all project-related accounting functions: job cost, invoicing, budgeting and reporting.
• Monitor costs to ensure alignment with budgets and funding requirements.
• Track and validate change orders for cost capture and budgeting.
• Prepare monthly cost reports, variances and cash flow projections for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators and controls teams to maintain accuracy.
• Oversee subcontractor payments, invoices and change orders.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and audit standards.
• Maintain documentation for audits and reporting; support funding draw requests.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Forecasting

Project controls

Cost management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Primavera P6

Procore

Autodesk

Job description

About Vanir

Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964, we have consistently exceeded client expectations. Ranked as a top PMCM firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR) for more than three decades, our award-winning team provides a full range of services to public and private sector clients in the aviation; healthcare; education (K-12 and higher); justice and essential services; science and technology; state and local government; transportation; water and wastewater; energy; and commercial, residential and nonprofit markets.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Construction Project Accountant to support a large-scale state-funded construction project. This role is critical in ensuring accurate financial management, compliance, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in construction project accounting, proficiency with industry-specific software, and a solid understanding of project controls.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage all project-related accounting functions, including job cost tracking, invoicing, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Monitor and analyze project costs to ensure alignment with approved budgets and funding requirements
• Track, analyze, and validate change orders or amendments, ensuring accurate cost capture and budget alignment
• Prepare monthly cost reports, variance analyses, and cash flow projections for project stakeholders
• Collaborate closely with project managers, estimators, and project controls teams to maintain financial accuracy
• Process and track subcontractor payments, invoices, and change orders
• Ensure compliance with state regulations, contract requirements, and audit standards
• Maintain accurate documentation for audits and reporting purposes
• Support funding draw requests and grant compliance, if applicable
• Track and report Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Women Business Enterprise (WBE), and Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE) participation in accordance with state and contract requirements
• Monitor subconsultant compliance with diversity participation goals and funding provisions
• Support preparation and submission of required diversity and inclusion reports to state agencies
• Maintain accurate records of certified vendors and participation percentages
• Assist with audits and reviews related to minority participation and equal opportunity compliance
• Review, track, and maintain Certificates of Insurance (COIs) for partners and subconsultants to ensure compliance with contractual and state requirements, including coverage limits and expiration dates
• Identify and implement process improvements across accounting, project management, and reporting systems

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of experience in construction or project accounting, preferably on large public or state-funded projects
• Proficiency in construction/project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, Procore, Autodesk)
• Strong understanding of project controls, cost management, and forecasting methodologies
• Experience with government compliance, audits, and reporting requirements is highly preferred
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities
• Strong planning, organizing, and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Vanir offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that includes 401(k) savings with employer matching contributions, medical, dental, vision, health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions, life, AD&D and disability benefits, flexible spending account (FSA), voluntary benefits, Teladoc, pet insurance, paid time off, national employee assistance program (EAP) and employee referral program.

Salary

USD $125,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.

Equal Opportunity & Legal Information

VEVRAA Federal Contractor
Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals
EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled
We Participate in E-Verify
Pursuant to the Ban The Box Act/Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Persons with medical limitations may, with reasonable accommodations, be capable of performing the duties of this position. Such a determination must be made on an individual basis considering the person's limitations, the requirements of the position, and the company's ability to make reasonable accommodations to the person's limitations.