Accounting Manager | General Contractor | Downtown Chicago

• Join a rapidly growing, stable general contractor
• Hybrid Work Model!

About Our Client

Our client is a is a rapidly growing General Contractor that has been around for over 20 years and based in
Downtown Chicago. The team is looking to bring on a strong Construction Accounting Manager to their growing organization as they continue their plans to grow 300% over the next five years. With benefits that provide trust in their employees, the team prioritizes career development and success for their employees.


Our client is looking for a progressive and experienced Construction Accounting Manager to join their growing accounting department. In this role, you will be 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

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred
• 5+ years of construction accounting experience within a general contractor
• Sage100 software experience required
• Ability to manage a team and be part of the daily accounting operations

What's on Offer

• Strong benefits package
• Strong work/life balance culture promoted
• Fun and employee-centric culture with company events and happy hours