Staff Accountant

PirTano Construction Company; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pirtano is seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant to support financial operations across a growing, multi-entity organization in Illinois. This role emphasizes accurate financial reporting, internal controls, and modernizing accounting processes in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate thrives in a roll-up-your-sleeves setting, builds structure, and partners with operations, HR, and leadership to drive performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent work experience.
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with multi-entity, construction industry or project-based industry.
• Advanced Excel skills, experience with BI tools a plus.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes across multiple entities.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Assist in consolidations and intercompany accounting.
• Oversee job cost accounting and support project-based financial tracking.
• Partner with operations to analyze job profitability, labor costs, and margins.
• Monitor WIP (Work-in-Progress) schedules and revenue recognition (percentage of completion).
• Maintain and optimize NetSuite, including workflows, reporting, and integrations.
• Collaborate with HR/payroll on payroll accounting, benefits accruals, and deductions.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Intercompany accounting

Excel

BI tools

Fast-paced environment

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

NetSuite

ADP

Job description

Reports to: VP of Finance and Accounting

Summary

Pirtano is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support the financial operations of a growing, multi-entity organization. This role will play a critical part in maintaining accurate financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, and helping modernize accounting processes in a fast-paced, operationally driven environment.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a roll-up-your-sleeves environment, enjoys building structure, and can partner cross-functionally with operations, HR, and leadership

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes across multiple entities
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Assist in consolidations and intercompany accounting

Operational Accounting

• Oversee job cost accounting and support project-based financial tracking
• Partner with operations to analyze job profitability, labor costs, and margins
• Monitor WIP (Work-in-Progress) schedules and revenue recognition (percentage of completion)

• Maintain and optimize NetSuite, including workflows, reporting, and integrations

Payroll & Benefits Accounting

• Collaborate with HR/payroll (ADP or similar) on payroll accounting, benefits accruals, and deductions
• Support accounting for 401(k), benefits, and multi-state payroll compliance impacts

Compliance & Audit

• Assist with annual audit, 401(k) audit (Form 5500), and external reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with multi-state tax filings and regulatory requirements
• Maintain and improve internal controls and documentation

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify opportunities to streamline manual processes and reduce risk of error
• Support implementation or optimization of ERP/accounting systems and reporting tools
• Contribute to automation initiatives and improved financial visibility

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent work experience
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with multi-entity, construction industry or project-based industry
• Advanced Excel skills, experience with BI tools a plus
• Experience working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment

Preferred

• CPA or CPA candidate
• Experience in the construction industry
• Experience with union environments and certified payroll
• Familiarity with ADP or similar payroll systems
• Exposure to multi-state operations and compliance
• High attention to detail with strong analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong communication skills across finance and operations
• Process-driven with a mindset for continuous improvement
• Comfortable working in an environment that is building structure and scaling

Why Join Pirtano

• Opportunity to help build and modernize the accounting function
• High visibility role with direct exposure to executive leadership
• Impactful position influencing financial operations and business decisions
• Competitive compensation and benefits package