Project Accountant

$80,000 - $90,000 yearly
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Position Type: Direct Hire / Permanent
Work Model: In Office
Location: Arlington Heights, Illinois
Job ID: 153887
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
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About the Opportunity:

Our client, a well-established electrical subcontractor with a strong reputation in the construction industry, is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to join their growing team. This role is critical in managing the financial health of large-scale electrical projects by ensuring accurate reporting, cost tracking, and compliance with client and subcontractor requirements.

As a trusted staffing partner, we are assisting in identifying an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a project-based environment and can partner with operations to drive efficiency and profitability.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage project accounting, including budgets, forecasting, and variance analysis.

  • Process subcontractor invoices, lien waivers, and retention payments.

  • Collaborate with project managers to support billing processes, client invoicing, and reporting.

  • Reconcile job cost data and ensure accurate expense coding.

  • Prepare monthly financial reports, project status updates, and cash flow projections.

  • Assist with collections, recording cash receipts, and monitoring accounts receivable.

  • Support month-end close activities, including accruals and journal entries.

  • Maintain compliance with company policies, internal controls, and external reporting requirements.

  • Liaise with external auditors and assist with audit documentation as needed.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

  • 3+ years of accounting experience, ideally in construction, electrical contracting, or subcontractor environment.

  • Knowledge of job cost accounting and construction billing practices (AIA forms a plus).

  • Experience with ERP/accounting software (Sage 300, Vista, or similar preferred).

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.


The salary range for this role is $80,000 to $90,000.  A comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical / dental / vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Joey Anderson
LaSalle Network
Team Lead, Accounting & Finance

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