Accounting Coordinator

The State Group’s family of companies is experiencing exponential growth through investing in our people, innovation, and technology. Since 1961, our 3,500+ professionals in North America have provided comprehensive multi-trade industrial contracting services that include Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil on a single-source basis. We have tremendous opportunities for driven leaders looking for a high-energy career. We are seeking an Accounting Coordinator to work at our Ruder Electric company in Kankakee, Illinois. Ruder Electric Inc., established in 1995, delivers a full range of electrical contracting services with efficient execution and competitive pricing. They are a trusted leader known for personalized service and reliable solutions across commercial, industrial, healthcare, and educational sectors. BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US This position is an integral part of our success and provides opportunities for career advancement. Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays. 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and immediate vesting. Competitive compensation, annual pay increases, and bonuses. State embraces and encourages workplace diversity. WHAT YOU WILL DO Serve as a key safety contact for customers, contractors, and regulatory agencies on job sites. Prepare and process AIA billings and Time & Material (T&M) billings, ensuring accuracy, contract compliance, and timely submission to clients. Maintain and generate job cost reports, tracking project expenditures, labor, materials, and subcontractor costs to support project financial performance. Reconcile expense reports, credit cards, gas cards, billings for customers and work performed, transactions, and/or monthly statements as well as investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly and accurately. Train and provide guidance to Accounting Coordinator I. Communicate necessary information to other stakeholders, including operations, purchasing, and finance. Understand and comply with company policies and procedures and identify and communicate any potential or actual violations. Complete month end reporting preparations, high-level billings, and manage customer requests such as credits/rebills, cost of inventory, W9s, account maintenance, etc. Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic and paper files and records. Complete various projects throughout the year. Additional duties as assigned. WHAT YOU NEED TO JOIN OUR TEAM 3+ years of accounting or relevant experience. Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field preferred. Experience in the construction industry is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Strong math skills. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks effectively. To learn more about our organization, visit our websites at and The State Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr