Project Accountant

talisman; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Professional development and training opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm is seeking an experienced Project Accountant for a major design-build project in Chicago. This mid-senior level role involves supporting financial schedules, preparing reconciliations, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Accounting or related field and at least 5 years of experience in the construction industry. Attractive benefits include insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience within the construction or infrastructure industry.
• Strong knowledge of accounting rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support financial schedules in line with corporate timelines.
• Prepare account reconciliations and supporting sub-ledgers.
• Process payments and maintain accurate records.
• Contribute to budgets and forecasts preparation.
• Ensure financial statements comply with laws and regulations.

Skills

Accounting rules knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Independence

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce

Job description

Overview

Talisman is partnered with one of the largest infrastructure and construction groups in the world, operating in over 120 countries. The company is deeply involved in designing, financing, building, and operating a wide range of projects — from transportation infrastructure like roads, bridges, and airports to energy systems, buildings, and telecommunications networks.

We are seeking an experienced Project Accountant to join a $3 billion dollar design-build infrastructure project in Chicago, IL, the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).

Responsibilities

• Support financial schedules in line with corporate timelines
• Assist with month-end closing procedures
• Prepare account reconciliations (cash, liabilities, fixed assets, payroll accruals) and supporting sub-ledgers
• Contribute to budgets and forecasts preparation
• Process payments and maintain accurate records
• Review invoices for accuracy, validity, and appropriate approvals
• Maintain and update invoice registers for paid invoices
• Reconcile petty cash balances and manage replenishments/disbursements
• Assist with summary payment reports and other ad hoc financial reporting
• Perform general administrative support as needed for office activities
• Monitor and track budgets and forecasts
• Liaise with banks on payment transfers
• Support tax filings and other required compliance filings
• Ensure financial statements and records comply with laws and regulations
• Maintain and reconcile fixed assets and inventory records, including appraisals and valuations
• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and related reports for accuracy and compliance
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, enhance revenues, and improve profitability

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s accounting, Finance, or Commerce
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience within the construction or infrastructure industry (large projects preferred)
• Strong knowledge of accounting rules, regulations, and procedures
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities under deadlines
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Knowledge of project structures within a client/consultant environment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Parental leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee wellness programs

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Construction

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