Project Accounting Manager | General Contractor | Westmont, IL
Michael Page Westmont
About Our Client
Our client is a is a rapidly growing General Contractor that has been around for over 20 years and based in
Westmont, IL. The team is looking to bring on a strong Project Accounting Manager to their growing organization as they continue their plans to grow 300% over the next five years. The team is open to meeting with strong Senior Project Accountants ready for the next step in their career.
Our client is looking for a progressive and experienced Construction Accounting Manager to join their growing accounting department. In this role, you will be managing a team of three and overseeing all WIP reporting, job costing, month end close, AP/AR and reporting into the Controller and CFO.This role will provide you with the opportunity to lead a team in a successful organization
Job Description- Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple entities, ensuring accurate GL activity, reconciliations, and GAAP-compliant reporting
- Maintain financial integrity within Sage ERP, including journal entries, intercompany transactions, eliminations, and audit-ready documentation
- Own accounts receivable and billing operations, including invoicing, cash application, A/R aging analysis, and cash forecasting support
- Manage draw processes and coordination with title companies, maintaining accurate draw trackers, funding documentation, and compliance
- Oversee accounts payable operations, including invoice workflow, coding review, payment processing, A/P aging, and subcontractor lien waivers
- Lead project accounting and job costing, including job setup, subcontractor invoice review, draws (G702/703), WIP/CIP reporting, and margin analysis
- Partner with project and estimating teams on general conditions budgets, staffing cost analysis, and resolution of cost variances
- Oversee payroll accounting and labor cost allocation, supporting benefits, workers' compensation audits, and labor compliance reporting
- Support audits, tax compliance, 1099 filings, internal controls, and regulatory requirements across all entities
- Drive systems optimization, process improvement, and team development, including training, standardization, and performance accountability
MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred
- 5+ years of construction accounting experience within a general contractor
- Construction ERP experience preferred
- Ability to manage a team and be part of the daily accounting operations
- Strong benefits package
- Strong compensation package
- Ability to manage a team
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