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Senior Project Accountant II

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In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
Senior level
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
Senior level
Manages project accounting for a construction business group, including month-end financial reporting, overhead budgeting, P&L and cost report review, owner billings, revenue projections, cash flow monitoring, internal audits, and financial support for bids. Supervises, hires, trains, and develops Project Accountants while partnering with program managers and business leaders to manage project financial risks and opportunities.
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OVERVIEW


We are currently seeking an Accounting Manager for our Service Group located in Chicago, IL.


The Accounting Manager manages the project accounting for a business group and works closely with the Business Group Leaders and Program Managers for that business group. Individual must be well-versed in preparing and analyzing month-end financial reports, including cost reports, P&Ls and Report Cards.


As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing.  Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.


There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company:

  • Challenging, complex work
  • Creative and innovative problem-solving environment
  • Supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work
  • Opportunities for growth, training, and development
  • Flexibility in career path & progression
  • Opportunities to work and live all over the United States

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Demonstrates high level understanding of all Project Accounting functions and GAAP.
  • Reviews and budgets overhead cost reports for the business group(s).
  • Supervises and manages a team of Project Accountants for the business group(s). Hires, trains and develops staff for the business group(s).
  • Performs internal audits of business group cost reports, which includes periodic travel out to groups’ project sites.
  • Individual has a strong understanding of the Walsh monthly P&L process and ensures timely submittal of project P&Ls and reviews the P&Ls for accuracy. 
  • Provides financial information and support for prequals and new project bids for the business group(s).
  • This position requires an in depth monthly analysis of the owner billings and ability to produce owner billings independently, when applicable, for the business group(s). Posts owner billings and ensures accurate Revenue projections on all business group cost reports.
  • Individual has a strong understanding of the company Report Card and WIP for their business group(s).
  • Monitors cash flow and communicates with the project staffs on tracking A/R and when the projects are paid.
  • Works closely with Program Manager and Business Group Leaders on budgeting and managing the financial risks and potentials for all of the business group’s projects. 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or business-related field
  • Must have management experience and experience in the construction accounting field

The Walsh Group, Ltd. Is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312-563-5905 or [email protected].  

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran

Salary Range Disclaimer

Please note that job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.

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