Construction Project Accountant & Budget Strategist

RailWorks Corporation; Farmingdale (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Performance incentives

Job summary

RailWorks Corporation is seeking a Project Accountant in Illinois to track project expenses (time, material, labor) against revenue and profitability. You will prepare profit and loss statements and financial reports, ensuring proper accounting controls and procedures are followed.

The role requires five years of construction accounting experience, a finance or accounting degree, and strong Excel/JDE skills.

Qualifications

• Five years of construction experience or equivalent in project accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting; CPA is an asset.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and cost control principles.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project performance trends and support annual budget and forecasting processes.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to prepare and maintain project budgets and costs-to-complete.
• Prepare monthly forecasts and cash flow/revenue projections.
• Generate operating and financial reports monthly for management.
• Support progress invoices, change orders, and sub-contractor management.
• Review internal billings and assist with forecasting and business planning.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and reporting as needed.

Skills

Construction experience

Financial reporting

Budgeting and forecasting

Discretion and integrity

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting

CPA is asset

Tools

JDE (Oracle JD Edwards)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

RailWorks Corporation is seeking a Project Accountant in Illinois to track project expenses (time, material, labor) against revenue and profitability. You will prepare profit and loss statements and financial reports, ensuring proper accounting controls and procedures are followed.

The role requires five years of construction accounting experience, a finance or accounting degree, and strong Excel/JDE skills.