Construction Project Accounting Lead

Nenni and Associates; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction company in Chicago is seeking a Project Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations. The ideal candidate will manage invoices, track budgets, and ensure accurate financial records. Prior construction accounting experience is essential, with knowledge of ComputerEase software preferred. Initially hybrid, the position will shift to primarily in-office over time. Compensation is competitive, reflecting the candidate's expertise in construction accounting processes.

Qualifications

• Prior accounting experience within a construction company is required.
• Strong understanding of construction accounting processes including job costing and change orders.
• Experience with high volumes of financial transactions.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and maintain accurate accounts payable records.
• Generate and manage customer invoices.
• Maintain and track project budgets and job cost reports.
• Support leadership with accurate financial data related to projects.

Skills

Detail orientation

Construction accounting processes

Job costing

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Self-starter

Tools

ComputerEase accounting software

Job description

A growing construction company in Chicago is seeking a Project Accounting Manager to oversee financial operations. The ideal candidate will manage invoices, track budgets, and ensure accurate financial records. Prior construction accounting experience is essential, with knowledge of ComputerEase software preferred. Initially hybrid, the position will shift to primarily in-office over time. Compensation is competitive, reflecting the candidate's expertise in construction accounting processes.