Construction Project Accountant II

Gilbane Building Company; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbane Building Company in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Project Accountant II to support project accounting and financial forecasting for small to mid-sized jobs. This role collaborates with project management, clients, and subcontractors, with travel to job sites as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in a related field and 3–8 years of experience, with strong Excel and Word skills and knowledge of construction payment processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 3–8 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of project accounting, forecasting, cost control, and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with construction management and payment processes.

Responsibilities

• Manages contracts, amendments, insurance, bonds, SOV, Files, and Co Policies
• Conducts timely and accurate review of requisitions and lien waivers
• Sets up and properly formats project financial forecasts to meet both the internal team and client reporting needs
• Manages monthly project forecast meetings and maintains accurate ETCs for labor and expenses
• Ensures timely management of accounts receivable and payables
• Manages the project financial closeout process
• Develops and maintains positive professional relationships both internally and externally
• Assists with the development of contract abstracts
• Assists with internal and external audits while responding as directed
• Reviews Work in Process (WIP) on assigned projects and thoroughly understands and explains variances and balances

Skills

Financial reporting

Forecasting

Project accounting

Cost control

Communication skills

Excel

Word

Contract management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Gilbane Building Company in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Project Accountant II to support project accounting and financial forecasting for small to mid-sized jobs. This role collaborates with project management, clients, and subcontractors, with travel to job sites as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in a related field and 3–8 years of experience, with strong Excel and Word skills and knowledge of construction payment processes.