Senior Project Accountant

Aldridge Electric; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Incentive Programs

Short and Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Legal Assistance

Identity Protection

Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Aldridge Electric is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to join our Libertyville, IL team. You will manage complex billings, JV accounting, and financial reporting, while leading month-end processes and improving AR collections.

You’ll collaborate across departments, mentor junior accountants, and help drive system improvements and BI dashboards using Tableau and CMiC BI. A Bachelor's in Accounting and 8+ years in construction are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting is required.
• 8+ years of experience in the construction industry preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex billings, JV accounting, and financial reporting.
• Oversee month-end billing to ensure costs are captured and billed.
• Resolve aged underbillings with the Project Accounting team.
• Lead DBO reporting and AR collection efforts using customer systems.
• Review Subcontract Change Order approvals to maintain contract values and scope.
• Oversee Subcontract CK approvals up to $100k per check.
• Oversee and standardize the Subcontract CK approval process and signatures.
• Support Project Start-up and Closeout activities.
• Assist with new system development, rollouts, documentation, and training.
• Drive continuous process improvements across finance and operations.
• Analyze financial/operational data, build dashboards, and prepare reports using Tableau and CMiC BI.
• Possibly supervise a team of Project Accountants and mentor staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Multitasking

MS Office & Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Tableau

CMiC BI

Job description

Senior Project Accountant

What we are looking for:

Aldridge is seeking anSenior Project Accountant to join our dynamic and energetic team in Libertyville, IL.

What you'll do:

• Manage and provide high-profile job support, including the handling of complex billings, joint venture (JV) accounting, and comprehensive financial reporting.
• Oversee and execute the month-end billing process, ensuring all project costs are accurately captured and billed.
• Assist Project Accountants in resolving and escalating instances of aged underbillings.
• Spearhead DBO (Days Billings Outstanding) reporting and actively drive support for problematic AR (Accounts Receivable) collection, leveraging customer systems to track estimated payment schedules.
• Review and approve Subcontract Change Order (CO) approvals to maintain accurate contract values and scope.
• Manage the Subcontract Check (CK) approval process, authorizing payments up to $100k per check.
• Oversee and standardize the entire Subcontract CK approval process, ensuring all lower-tier collections are complete, officer signatures are secured, and critical dates are correct.
• Provide comprehensive support for Project Start-up and Closeout activities.
• Test and assist with new system development, providing support for team rollout, creating comprehensive documentation, and conducting necessary training.
• Identify, document, and implement continuous process improvements across the finance and operations functions.
• Analyze financial and operational data, build comprehensive dashboards, and prepare special reports utilizing tools such as Tableau and CMiC BI (Business Intelligence).
• Potentially supervise a team of Project Accountants including hosting regular performance conversations to set goals, providing feedback, and supporting the development of direct reports
• Mentor team members and build strong, collaborative cross-departmental relationships.
• Assist the BUC and Operations leadership in the development and execution of the annual business plan.

Who you are:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• 8+ years of experience in the construction industry (or equivalent) preferred
• Effective leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
• Confidence in presenting ideas and recommendations to executive teams, while remaining diplomatic and respectful
• Excels at time management and prioritization, consistently meeting deadlines
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines and in a dynamic environment
• Ability to multitask and to adhere to the monthly close schedule and accounting deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications

Who we are:

At Aldridge, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team, where your skills are not only valued but crucial to our success. As we pursue our vision to be the First Choice for Energy and Transportation infrastructure projects, we welcome fresh perspectives and prioritize teamwork to drive our industry-leading safety, innovation, and execution.

Our culture is rooted in family-centeredness, with third-generation leadership guiding our unwavering spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. With over 2,000 industry experts dedicated to our vision, we actively contribute to and uplift the communities impacted by our infrastructure projects and our Aldridge family.

Built on collaboration and a commitment to mental wellness, our core values create an unparalleled sense of unity and camaraderie within our organization. Through team-building events, open-door policies, and visible executive presence, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive, innovate, and make a meaningful difference. Join us in building the infrastructure that keeps the world moving and connected – become a part of the A-team to start building and strengthening your career today!

What we offer:

The annual base pay for this role is between $90,000 - $120,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including: location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for a bonus. Aldridge provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Incentive Programs
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Identity Protection
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote people in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.