Senior Project Accountant
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Senior Project Accountant
Location
IL_Chicago_826077
Experience
Senior
Posted
Jul 10, 2026
Apply by
July 27, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office
Job Description
OVERVIEW
We are currently seeking a Senior Accountant for our Service Group located in Chicago, IL.
The Senior Accountant manages the accounting for a mega-project and/or multiple large projects. This individual is independent and maintains good rapport with project staff and the business group Accounting Manager and Controller.
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
- Reviews and processes subcontracts, subcontract change orders and Performance and Payment bonds to ensure they are in compliance with specified terms.
- Collects and reviews project subcontractor/supplier lien waivers.
- Collects, reviews, and processes subcontractor/supplier monthly project invoices. Needs to ensure all invoices have been accrued properly and timely to the correct cost reports and phase codes. Ensures proper payments to all subcontractors and major suppliers.
- Individual exhibits a high level understanding of the Walsh cost report and all of the Accounting functions related to the costs posted to the cost report.
- 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.
- Processes cost transfers on project cost report for Project Management staff.
- This position requires an in depth monthly analysis of the owner billing and ability to produce owner billing independently, when applicable.
- Collects, reviews and submits monthly owner billings to the Accounting Manager or Controller for processing.
- Monitors cash flow and communicates with the project staffs on tracking A/R and when the projects are paid.
- Works independently and manages the Accounting operations for mega-projects or multiple large projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or business-related field
- Minimum 5 years-experience in construction accounting or related 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 hr@walshgroup.com.
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Reviews and processes subcontracts, change orders, and performance bonds for compliance.
- Collects and reviews lien waivers from subcontractors and suppliers.
- Processes monthly project invoices and ensures proper accrual and payment.
- Manages Walsh cost reports and related accounting functions.
- Ensures timely submission and accuracy of monthly P&Ls.
- Processes cost transfers for Project Management staff.
- Performs monthly analysis of owner billing and produces owner billings independently.
- Submits monthly owner billings to Accounting Manager or Controller.
- Monitors cash flow and tracks accounts receivable with project staff.
- Manages accounting operations for mega-projects or multiple large projects independently.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance
- Accounting
- or business-related field
Skills Required
Construction accountingCost reportingP&L analysisOwner billingSubcontractor processingLien waiver managementAccounts receivable trackingIndependent workCommunicationProblem solvingRapport building
Benefits
- Opportunities for growth, training, and development
- Flexibility in career path & progression
- Opportunities to work and live all over the United States
- Bonus eligibility
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