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Project Accountant

Bulley & Andrews
Chicago, Illinois, US
Full-time

Founded in 1891, Bulley & Andrews is one of the Midwest's most trusted and accomplished construction firms.

As a family-owned firm, Bulley & Andrews offers clients a full-range of construction services including general contracting, construction management, design / build and masonry and concrete restoration.

With offices in Chicago and Indianapolis, our work has a regional focus and includes new construction, renovation and restoration projects in nearly every building market.

Bulley & Andrews' commitment to client service, technical expertise and strong partnerships within the subcontractor community are fundamental to our success.

Trust, dedication and stewardship have been guiding principles for our business from the beginning and have earned us a reputation for exceeding our clients' expectations.

Position Summary

The Project Accountant will support diverse and complex project teams with timely, accurate and meaningful financial information.

This individual will be responsible for preparation of monthly payment requests, coordination of all subcontractors change orders, payments, contracts and waivers / affidavits.

Review project budget and cost for accuracy, analyze budget variances and potential fee changes and assist in positive cash flow while meeting accounting standards and best practices.

Must have the ability to work well independently, strong attention to detail and demonstrated initiative.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • 401K
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Vision
  • PTO & Holidays
  • Flex Spending
  • Pet Insurance
  • Birthday Holiday Off
  • Community Volunteer Days

Responsibilities

  • Effectively coordinate and communicate with the project team and review payables including subcontract, purchase agreement, contract documents and change orders.
  • Initiate and follow up with appropriate parties to obtain project payout information (i.e.

Title Company, Owner, Owner’s Rep, Architect), and collect the receivables.

  • Set up contract and subcontractor groupings in CMIC from the budget report for preparation of sworn statements (AIA G703).
  • Prepare project progress invoicing : lump sum, Gmax, Time and Material billings, etc.

This includes transaction reports, cost reports, certified payroll reports.

  • Prepare, review and distribute complete billing packages that include an invoice, sworn statement, waiver of lien, AIA G702 / 703 and any other necessary documents as dictated by the owner contract.
  • Collect, review, and process subcontractor / supplier monthly project invoices.

Need to ensure all invoices have been accrued properly and timely to the correct cost reports and phase codes.

Prepare voucher slips, including cost codes, vendor numbers, net amounts etc.

for CMIC entry.

  • Post billings after final approval (Owner / Project Manager).
  • Track insurance costs and submit to Accounting with monthly billings.
  • Do follow up telephone calls to vendors and subcontractors as necessary.
  • Collect, review, and distribute subcontractor waivers including subcontractor’s supporting waivers for payment.
  • Handle all client and subcontractor communications in a professional and expedient manner.
  • Manage project accounting for multiple projects.
  • Various other duties as assigned pertaining to project accounting

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related degree or equivalent level of education combined with related industry experience.
  • 4 years of experience or equivalent level of education combined with experience.

Construction experience preferred

Microsoft office skills required, strong technical aptitude and knowledge of construction / accounting-related software applications.

CMiC experience preferred.

Skills, Abilities & Qualities

  • Effective Communicator
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Results oriented
  • Customer focused
  • 8 days ago
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