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Project Accountant

Project Accountant

Redmond Construction CorpChicago, IL, United States
14 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Why Redmond?

We're a high-integrity general contractor driven by a passion for transforming spaces and providing top tier service to our clients. Named one of Crain's Best Places to Work four years running, our team is made up of collaborative, hardworking professionals who are experts in complex, high-stakes projects across corporate interiors, landlord redevelopment, hospitality, and science and technology sectors. Redmond is committed to a culture of teamwork and collaboration. Team members at all levels contribute, regardless of role or function, to support one another and ensure successful outcomes on every project.

Our vision is to be the strongest pound-for-pound general contractor by delivering the most value and exceeding expectations. We're deeply committed to elevating diverse voices and championing the advancement of women and underrepresented professionals in the construction industry. We're not just building spaces; we are building a more inclusive, innovative future.

What We Need :

This role is responsible for all aspects of construction project accounting with a focus on creating pay application packages, collecting lien waivers, reconciling project financials, creating project financial reports, reviewing and classifying vendor payments, and monitoring cash flow requirements on a project-by-project basis. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting skills, construction industry experience, and the ability to collaborate with project teams, trade vendors, and finance.

What You'll Do :

  • Maintain project-related records and effectively communicate with Project Managers and support staff regarding contract documents, change orders and other contract modifications, approvals, and any additional services-related to billing
  • Prepare, request, and maintain waivers, affidavits, and collections for assigned projects
  • Assist Project Manager in reviewing and reconciling all project-related expenses, including identifying invoice discrepancies and ensuring all billable costs are accurately captured and invoiced to the client
  • Monitor and update project projections weekly with Project Managers
  • Support Project Managers in drafting and issuing subcontractor payment applications, change orders, and financial reconciliations
  • Review and maintain time sheets, invoices, expenses, and project related assets
  • Create all project-related billings to customers
  • Communicate with customer regarding any requests or unpaid contract billings
  • Compile information for internal and external auditors
  • Close out project accounts upon project completion
  • Support continuous improvement by contributing to process enhancements, special projects, and cross-functional initiatives as needed

What You'll Bring :

  • Detailed knowledge of project accounting practices and change order documents
  • 3-5+ years A / E / C industry experience, accounting preferred
  • Familiarity with AIA contract and pay application documents
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
  • Highly motivated, with excellent organizational skills and a strong attention to detail.
  • Self-motivated, well-organized, and highly detail-oriented
  • Effective communicator and proven ability to cooperate and collaborate with multiple levels of employees, suppliers, and customers
  • Timeliness of invoicing / AR, waiver and affidavit submissions
  • Ability to identify invoice discrepancies and reconcile expenses accurately and efficiently
  • Responsive to communication and proactive about outreach to teams and vendors
  • Continuously contribute to process improvement
  • Strong attention to detail and data entry accuracy
  • Procore or similar PM systems a plus
  • NetSuite or similar ERP systems a plus
  • Compensation & Benefits :

    Competitive salary and industry-leading benefits package, including :

  • Gold PPO Health Insurance
  • 401k Plan
  • Unlimited Flex PTO
  • Commuter Benefits,
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Professional Development
  • Volunteer Time Off
  • We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout discriminationbased on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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