Associate Project Accountant

OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking an Associate Project Accountant for our Transportation Group in Chicago, IL.

The Associate Project Accountant position provides accounting assistance to project management teams and reports to the Project Cost Manager.

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

• Audit monthly subcontractor and major supplier invoices and ensure that all invoices have been accrued properly to the correct cost reports and phase codes.

• Review monthly job cost, create and input journal entries as directed.

• Provide assistance to project managers in the preparation of monthly forecast changes.

• Handle all internal communications in a professional and expedient manner.

• Assist in providing documentation for internal and external reporting and routine audits.

• Assist change order team in collection of backup documentation.

• Work independently on special projects related to job cost.

• Update indirect cost quantities monthly.

• Create spreadsheet analysis of major cost items as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field is required

• Minimum of 1 years of prior experience in the construction industry is preferred.

• Candidates should have knowledge of construction job costing, and experience dealing with monthly reporting, and reviewing vendor invoices.

• The position requires a strong excel and ability to learn other computer software.

• The Project Accountant should be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task

• Salary: $ - $

Division: Transportation

Project Management

Job Type: Full_time

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.