Project Accountant

CFS; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental & Vision

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Generous PTO

Job summary

CFS in Downers Grove, IL is seeking a Project Accountant to support multiple construction and infrastructure projects, partnering with Project Managers and subcontractors to ensure accurate financials.

Responsibilities include managing project billing, tracking costs and variances, and assisting with month-end close. This role offers stability, growth, and a modern office environment with a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project accounting experience (construction or infrastructure preferred).
• Experience with AIA billing (G702/G703) and public sector compliance (IDOT, CDOT a plus).
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting and project financials.

Responsibilities

• Manage project billing including AIA G702/G703 and compliance documentation
• Track project costs, budgets, and percent complete
• Partner with Project Managers to monitor financial performance and variances
• Support subcontractor billing, documentation, and contract compliance
• Assist with month-end close, reconciliations, and project reporting
• Ensure accurate and timely financial tracking across multiple active projects

Skills

AIA billing

Job cost accounting

Project accounting

Job description

Downers Grove

Compensation: $80,000 – $95,000

Why This Project Accountant Role Stands Out

• Leadership that values input and encourages process improvements
• Strong benefits: paid dental/vision, 401(k) match + profit sharing, generous PTO
• Stable, well-capitalized company with an active project pipeline
• Brand-new, modern office with a flexible schedule

About The Opportunity

Our client, a regional contractor supporting public and private sector projects, is seeking a Project Accountant to join their growing team. This Project Accountant will support multiple large-scale construction and infrastructure projects, partnering closely with Project Managers and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage project billing including AIA G702/G703 and compliance documentation
• Track project costs, budgets, and percent complete
• Partner with Project Managers to monitor financial performance and variances
• Support subcontractor billing, documentation, and contract compliance
• Assist with month-end close, reconciliations, and project reporting
• Ensure accurate and timely financial tracking across multiple active projects

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project accounting experience (construction or infrastructure preferred)
• Experience with AIA billing (G702/G703) and public sector compliance (IDOT, CDOT a plus)
• Strong understanding of job cost accounting and project financials

This Project Accountant role is ideal for someone with construction accounting experience who wants visibility, stability, and the opportunity to influence processes. If you’re a driven Project Accountant looking to grow in a collaborative environment,

Estimated annual compensation for this position between $70,000 and $90,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

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