The Project Accountant will manage project setups, payroll processing, accounts receivable, and ensure compliance with financial documentation. Responsibilities include tracking project costs, analyzing variances, reporting profitability, and collaborating with internal teams and subcontractors.
Path Construction is seeking a qualified Project Accountant to join our organization in the Chicago, IL area and be part of the accounting team. We are a rapidly growing commercial general contractor with offices in Arlington Heights, IL; Charlotte, NC; Knoxville, TN; Tampa, FL; Dallas, TX; and Scottsdale, AZ with projects throughout the United States.
About the Company
Founded in 2008, Path Construction is a general contractor providing a vast array of construction services to multiple regions throughout the country. Our expertise is very diverse and includes experience on small and large projects of many different types, including but not limited to: healthcare, hospitality, higher education, multi-family, self-storage, senior living, transportation, water and waste treatment, convention centers, laboratories, and correctional. The main philosophy and strategy for the growth of our organization is to be on the cutting edge of all aspects of the construction process. Additionally, our unmatched customer satisfaction and, most importantly, the development and quality of our people drive our success.
For more about us, please visit our website at www.pathcc.com.
Requirements
- Set-up new project in Job Cost System
- Process payroll, insurance, and overhead allocations to projects
- Process, review and track general ledger posting of construction draws for multiple projects
- Ensure Subcontractor/Suppliers Waivers of Lien are received and correct
- Ensure all Path Compliance requirements for W-9’s, Insurance Certificates, EEO, and other documents are met by Subcontractors and Suppliers
- Process accounts receivable and understand the construction billing and collections process
- Assist in the follow-up on outstanding accounts receivable invoices and ensure positive cash flow for the company and its’ subcontractors/suppliers
- Assist with special projects as requested
- Ensure contracts and change orders are processed accurately and timely
- Analyze project variances and work with the project team to ensure corrective action is taken
- Report on project profitability to management
- Work closely with our customers to ensure their reporting needs are met
- Close out project accounts upon project completion
- Create and submit government reports and tax returns related to projects
- Compile information for external auditors, as required
- Qualifications:
- Path Construction is looking for someone with the rights skills and attitude with relevant experience and skills including:
- A college degree in accounting/business administration is desired, but equivalent experience in these fields will be considered
- Minimum of 2-5 years previous experience, preferably but not required in a construction project cost environment
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills, communicating with all levels in the organization
- Strong PC skills including proficiency in Excel, Sage Construction CRE 300, and Paychex a plus
Benefits
- Annual Salary Range: $50,000 - $80,000
- 401(k) Program
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Company cellphone and computer
- Discretionary Year End Bonus
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