Construction Project Accountant

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International Contractors, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and detail-driven Project Accountant who takes ownership of their work and brings honesty and integrity to every number, every report, and every conversation.

We are looking for a mid-level professional who is ready to grow their expertise in construction finance — someone who cares deeply about the accuracy of their work and understands the real impact that strong financial management has on our project teams in the field.

Successful candidates must possess solid skills in construction accounting principles, including job cost tracking, subcontractor billing, AIA pay applications, lien waivers, and budget variance reporting. Proficiency in construction accounting software (such as Sage, Procore, or similar platforms), Excel, and standard document tools is required. A willingness to learn, ask the right questions, and build expertise alongside some of the best people in the business is just as important as the technical skills you bring through the door.

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Join a winning team constantly seeking cutting-edge approaches!

• A full-time position with ICI provides team members with a dedicated mentor to facilitate career growth and development, a competitive and generous compensation and benefits package including medical, vision, dental and life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, flexible spending accounts, an innovative wellness program, paid vacations and holidays, and a matching 401(k) plan.
• Knowing that our employees are our greatest asset, ICI regularly invests in the professional development of our team. Continually voted one of Chicago’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, this family-owned business is dedicated to work-life balance and committed to employee enrichment.
• Firm leadership values the contributions of our team members and understands that employee job satisfaction ultimately leads to a strong team and work product. Our team aims to create more than a structure; we strive to build long-term relationships with both our employees and our clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interacts with clients (internal and external), consultants, and colleagues in a productive and professional manner
• Thoroughly reviews and understands owner contract to ensure all terms and conditions and tax requirements are met
• Works closely with the Project Manager and Executives to ensure accurate and consistent billing and financial reporting
• Creates project-related billings to clients
• Issues requisitions in accordance with contract and inclusive of all billable company, trade/subcontractor and sub consultant costs
• Reviews invoices, submits for approval, and process payments to trades and subcontractors in a timely manner ensuring that all comply with requisition due dates established by the project schedule or contract documents
• Ensures that trades and subcontractors follow requisition format and required submission of support documentation.
• Review subcontractor waivers of lien documents
• Confirms receipt of compliant insurance documents
• Prepares certified payroll reports, when requested
• Maintains complete project files, including trades, subs, and vendors for the entire duration of the project
• Provides an analysis of over and under billed projects monthly
• Works with Project Managers to forecast the profitability of projects monthly
• Investigates and reports on project cost variances
• Monitors accounts receivable status and pursue collection with the Project Manager, when necessary

Additional Responsibilities:

• Maintains open, responsive, and professional communication and relationships with all team members
• Log time spent on each project for accurate timekeeping
• Researches information as required
• Performs special tasks as requested by Supervisor

Skills and Competencies:

• Knows how to properly and efficiently process client billings, subcontractor payables, waivers, and AIA documents
• Has experience working with the construction draw process, working with title companies, and preparing sworn statements and G702/G703
• Is proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Experience with Sage Accounting and Procore Project Management Software
• Is highly organized, detail oriented, accurate and analytical
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Is self-motivated and has independent work habits

Education and Experience:

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or similar experience preferred
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years of construction specific project accounting experience

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must have a valid driver’s license