Project Accountant | Chesterton, IN

A unique opportunity to make an immediate impact and partner with and industry leader…. Berglund Construction, a well-established construction manager most recently ranked amongst the “Top 400 Contractors” in ENR, is seeking an engaging and well-organized Project Accountant.

Job Description:
Fully responsible for the project accounting and cost reporting requirements on mid-size and large projects in accordance with company accounting standards and billing policies. This process includes producing and tracking AIA documents, sworn statements, waivers and all other documents necessary to provide complete and accurate monthly billing to owner.

Specific Functions include:

  1. A strong focus on delivering accurate and timely billing documents to project owner.
  2. Establish and maintain a monthly billing schedule.
  3. Maintain accurate project documentation and complete project files.
  4. Prepare owner and subcontractor change orders.
  5. Identify areas of potential project gross margin improvement and ensure accurate recovery of all cost as defined in the contract.
  6. Effectively communicate with owner, architect or construction manager to maintain a smooth billing and payment process.
  7. Proactively identify potential "problem areas" early in the process and communicate to senior project manager, project executive and/or department head as needed.
  8. Work with Project Managers, other Project Accountants and Senior Management on ways to improve project accounting and administrative process and effectiveness.
  9. Maintain and foster good client relationships.

Formal Education, Certifications and/or Experience Required:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred) or equivalent accounting experience
  • GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Five years increasingly responsible experience in a construction accounting position Intermediate to advanced computer literacy.
  • Possesses proficient communication, interpersonal and organizational

Locations
  • Chicago - Corporate HQ 8410 S. South Chicago Ave.
    Chicago, IL 60617
    (773) 374-1000
  • Westmont 1 E Oak Hill Dr., Suite 150
    Westmont, IL 60559
    (312) 726-6624
  • Northwest Indiana 126 Venturi Drive
    Chesterton, IN 46304
    (219) 926-4246
  • Ohio 1751 Pittsburgh Drive,
    Suite 204
    Delaware, OH 43015
    (614) 380-0418
  • Central Illinois 3301 Fields South Drive, Suite 104
    Champaign, IL 61822
    (217) 849-8801
  • Wisconsin 1650 Miller Park Way
    Milwaukee, WI 53214
    (773) 374-1000

Contact

Interested in partnering with Berglund for your building or restoration project? Get in touch. For more information about working with Berglund as a union tradesperson, employee or subcontractor, visit our company page.

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