41 North Contractors, L.L.C. · 9 hours ago
PROJECT ACCOUNTANT
Lisle, IL, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$70K/yr - $80K/yr
5+ years exp41 North Contractors, L.L.C. is seeking a Project Accountant responsible for ensuring timely and accurate project billings, reconciling jobs, and communicating with clients. The role involves managing project financials from startup through final financial closeout and improving project accounting procedures.
ConstructionProject ManagementService Industry
Responsibilities
Organize and drive project managers to ensure accurate financial job-cost sheets and prepare monthly billings for the owner or bank
Collaborate with project managers to understand project financials and provide insights into potential billing or collection challenges
Responsible for the processing, reviewing, tracking and maintenance of all payment applications from subcontractors
Assist project managers with correctly tracking change orders for clients and subcontractors
Communicate with clients to ensure payment applications are approved and provide any necessary follow-up paperwork. Answer any questions clients may have regarding billings
Communicate with title companies to ensure all proper paperwork has been provided for funding
Manage billing and collections processes for assigned projects, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Contribute to the overall improvement of project accounting procedures and systems
Proactively identify and resolve discrepancies, errors, or issues related to project accounting
Qualification
Required
Strong knowledge of cost accounting and project accounting for construction jobs
Must be proficient at Excel
Must be knowledgeable in AIA Documents: G702/7030, sworn statement, and waivers
Must be able to put together AIA Documents manually
Solid management and organizational skills and ability to work under limited supervision
Ability to correspond effectively both in writing and orally
Excellent problem-solving skills. Take the initiative to ask questions and get the ball rolling to find the solution
Ability to learn and understand new accounting systems required by clients in order to upload our payment application (examples include, Vista Spectrum, Lucernex and Procore)
BS in Accounting or Finance
5+ Years experience in General Contractor billings
Strong applicable math skills
Excellent communication and time-management skills
Commercial/Contractor Construction experience required
Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task
Demonstrates the ability to be a team player and function in a fast-paced, changing environment
Preferred
Spectrum experience is a plus
Benefits
401(k) with company match
Health insurance (Company covers 70%, Employee 30% on Premium)
Dental insurance (Company covers 100% Premium)
Vision insurance (Company covers 100% Premium)
Life insurance (Company covers 100% Premium for $50,000 policy)
Paid time off (5 sick days and 10 Accrued Vacation days)
Long Term Disability
Company
41 North Contractors, L.L.C.
41 North Contractors is a general contracting company specializing in retail, restaurant, and commercial development.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Adam Macko
Partner
Michael Bender
Partner
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