Construction Project Accountant — Growth & Billing Focus

Jobot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and paid holidays

Support for continuing education and专业

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant for our Chicago-based construction firm. You will manage the accounting for a portfolio of active projects, ensuring accurate job costs, timely billings, and reliable financial reporting.

Requirements include 2+ years in construction accounting, knowledge of AIA-style billing, cost codes, and using Procore; Bachelor's in Accounting or related field; strong Excel skills; this on-site role offers competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction
• Working knowledge of job cost accounting, AIA-style billing, retainage, and lien waivers
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with accounting software
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Clear communication skills and confidence to work directly with project teams
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with construction accounting platforms such as Procore, Sage, Viewpoint/Vista, or similar
• Familiarity with WIP schedules and percentage-of-completion revenue recognition
• Experience with union reporting, prevailing wage, or certified payroll

Responsibilities

• Set up new projects in the accounting system, including budgets, cost codes, and contract values
• Prepare and submit monthly progress billings and pay applications, including schedules of values, retainage, and lien waivers
• Process and review subcontractor and vendor invoices, change orders, and pay requests
• Track subcontractor compliance, including insurance certificates, lien waivers, and certified payroll as required
• Monitor job costs against budgets and flag variances to project managers
• Assist with monthly work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, cost-to-complete forecasts, and over/under billing analysis
• Reconcile job cost ledgers and support month-end close
• Maintain accurate records for contract changes, commitments, and allowances
• Support audits, insurance reviews, and bonding or lender requests as needed
• Manage project closeout, including final billings, retainage release, and final reconciliations
• Perform other accounting duties as assigned

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Procore

Sage

Viewpoint/Vista

Job description

Jobot is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant for our Chicago-based construction firm. You will manage the accounting for a portfolio of active projects, ensuring accurate job costs, timely billings, and reliable financial reporting.

Requirements include 2+ years in construction accounting, knowledge of AIA-style billing, cost codes, and using Procore; Bachelor's in Accounting or related field; strong Excel skills; this on-site role offers competitive salary and benefits.