Senior Project Accountant

Orion Placement

Location: Chicago, IL | Full-Time, On-Site Join our Chicago team in a collaborative, hands-on environment where you'll work directly with project teams and leadership.

Note: Hands-on construction job cost accounting experience and a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field are essential. Experience with federal government construction contracts is highly valued but not required.

About Us

Confidential Employer. We are a construction company committed to delivering exceptional projects and building lasting relationships. Our team takes pride in quality, accountability, and collaboration. We believe great results come from talented people who take ownership of their work and continually look for ways to improve.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Project Accountant who wants to make a meaningful contribution while growing professionally.

Job Description

• Manage job cost accounting and financial reporting for multiple construction projects.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, expenses, and cost variances.
• Review construction contracts, change orders, subcontractor invoices, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee project revenue recognition and maintain accurate accounting records.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, reconciliations, and closing entries.
• Partner with project managers to identify financial risks and improve profitability.
• Support compliance with applicable government contract requirements.
• Help improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and internal controls.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of construction project accounting or job cost accounting experience.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Strong understanding of GAAP, revenue recognition, budgeting, and financial reporting.

• Experience with construction accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

• Familiarity with construction contracts, change orders, and subcontractor billing.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

• Federal government contracting experience preferred.

• CPA certification or progress toward certification is a plus.

• Why You Will Love Working Here

• We offer the opportunity to be part of a team where your financial expertise directly supports project success. You'll have meaningful responsibilities, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute to projects that make a real difference.

• If you're a construction accounting professional ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you!

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Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance