Senior Project Accountant Job at Robert Half (Lisle)

Senior Project Accountant / Sr. Financial Analyst

Large and rapidly growing construction and engineering firm is seeking a Senior ...

Location

United States , Tysons Corner

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelors degree in Accounting related area of study
4+ years Project Accounting or Project Finance within a Construction, Engineering, Government Contracting or similar industry
Excel proficiency to include pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
Strong aptitude with history of showing ability to learn and apply new concepts
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Job Responsibility

Project Cost Control
Collaborate with project management team to create accurate budgets and manpower forecast for multi-year construction projects
Monitor and control indirect costs by performing budget to actual variance analysis weekly, identifying and eliminating root cause for variances
Establish accurate cash flow forecast to ensure the project is cash positive for the duration
Ensure accurate and timely complex multi-million-dollar billing submission on monthly basis
Project Procurement Planning
Lead procurement planning effort for the project
Work closely with project management team to develop detailed procurement plan for the project after award ensuring compliance and logistics are included
Help project team procure the job according to plan
Perform monthly analysis of actual bought vs. plan

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Senior Project Accountant

The Senior Project Accountant will manage project accounting for projects averag...

Location

United States , San Diego

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of project accounting experience, including POC and WIP reporting
1+ year of general ledger close experience, including the hands-on preparation and posting of journal entries, preferably for an AEC company
Experience with AIA Billings highly valued

Job Responsibility

Ensure accuracy and compliance in all accounting-related functions for assigned projects
Provide guidance and support to project teams with complex accounting-related questions or needs
Prepare and assist in interim and year-end external audits, ensuring thorough and accurate records
Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with other business partners, including Project Managers, to ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and controls
Understand and review owner contracts for accounting-related tasks and responsibilities
Review and track Preliminary notices and ensure subcontractor compliance with document requirements
Process subcontractor payments in a timely manner and ensure adherence to month-end and quarterly deadlines
Develop and enhance project accounting processes, identifying and implementing improvements for efficiency and accuracy
Perform cost coding and review the accuracy of vendor and subcontractor invoices
Complete month-end and year-end closing procedures, including preparation of complex journal entries, financial analysis, and respective account reconciliations

What we offer

Work-life balance with three days remote work on average
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life and disability insurance
Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Senior Project Accountant

A high-end firm in Chicago has created a new Senior Project Accountant position ...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

90000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related degree
2+ years of related experience or equivalent.
Experience in construction industry is preferred.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and have a strong technical aptitude.
Knowledge of construction/accounting-related software a plus.
CMiC experience is preferred.
Construction/Development experience a plus.

Job Responsibility

Will support project teams with timely, accurate and meaningful financial information.
Responsible for preparation of monthly payment requests, coordination of all subcontractors change orders, payments, contracts and waivers/affidavits.
Review project budget and cost for accuracy.
Analyze budget variances and potential fee changes.
Assist in positive cash flow while meeting accounting standards and best practices.

What we offer

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) plan.

Fulltime

Project Accountant or Senior Project Accountant

We are seeking an experienced professional to be our Project Accountant or Senio...

Location

United States , Berkeley

Salary:

80000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Year

MIG

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in any field
Willing to work in-person at one of MIG’s office locations for training and team relationship development
8+ years of relevant experience in accounting, managing project budgets and office finances for a $5M+ company or department
Experience in the A/E or consulting industry highly preferred
Experience with and understanding of applications of Federal Accounting Rules (FAR) and supporting projects in professional services consulting and design-build contracts is preferred
Can prioritize multiple tasks with competing deadlines
Software proficiency in a professional services accounting software (Deltek Vision and Vantage point is required), Adobe PDF, Word and Excel
Use discretion and are tactful in difficult or confidential matters and have excellent skills in written and verbal communication
Have a professional and approachable demeanor, a positive attitude and willingness to learn, and a sense of urgency and responsibility/dedication
Are a trainable/coachable, can accept feedback, and are proactive, organized, efficient, and adaptable teammate who can work under deadlines

Job Responsibility

Generate monthly invoices
coordinate with PMs and Principals for changes and to ensure accuracy with any requirements under the contract
submit invoices to client
process subconsultant A/P invoices
Provide accounting support to our Brooklyn, NY office (remotely) with AR/AP, billing, payroll and general administrative tasks
Project set up in Deltek including the project team, budgets, phases/tasks, and sub consultants
Analysis and reporting support
monitor, communicate and resolve accounting issues related to assigned projects with Project Managers and Principals
monitor and report monthly unbilled services balance to management
hands-on assistance directly with PMs and Principals to send invoices recover losses

What we offer

Flexible work schedule
Rewarding work environment
Creative atmosphere that allows for professional development and career advancement opportunities
Comprehensive benefits program including paid time off (PTO)
10 paid holidays
medical
dental
vision
FSA
and HRA with employer contributions and 401K matching

Fulltime

Senior Project Accountant

As a Senior Project Accountant, you will be primarily handling the financial asp...

Location

United States , San Diego

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficiency in Construction Accounting
Demonstrated ability in performing Variance Analysis
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Job Responsibility

Conducting variance analysis for each construction project and preparing Year To Date budget files
Handling the submission of construction draws for multiple construction projects
Assisting in the completion of forecasts for Project Managers
Tracking contracts and maintaining contract logs for ongoing projects
Using the Great Plains Accounting Software proficiently to input contracts in Purchasing and Project Accounting modules
Managing the posting of intercompany journal entries, tracking cash movements for book transfers, and facilitating wire requests
Providing support to corporate accountants with accruals and assistance during yearly audits
Working closely with Development and Construction Managers, providing them with payment status, development and construction reports
Running month-end reports for construction and development projects

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Senior Project Accountant

A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago jus...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

90000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related degree
2+ years of related experience or equivalent
Experience in construction industry is preferred
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and have a strong technical aptitude
Knowledge of construction/accounting-related software a plus
CMiC experience is preferred
Construction/Development experience a plus

Job Responsibility

Support project teams with timely, accurate and meaningful financial information
Preparation of monthly payment requests
Coordination of all subcontractors change orders, payments, contracts and waivers/affidavits
Review project budget and cost for accuracy
Analyze budget variances and potential fee changes
Assist in positive cash flow while meeting accounting standards and best practices

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life
disability insurance
higher bonus structures
work from home flexibility
prioritization for employee work/life balance
fast-track career growth opportunity

Fulltime

Senior Accountant, Lease Accounting

The Senior Accountant – Lease Accounting is primarily responsible for the accoun...

Location

United States , Fort Myers, FL; Hingham, MA

Salary:

70000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Year

Ann Taylor

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting
2-3 years accounting experience
Basic knowledge of GAAP
Proficiency with MS Office applications, specifically Excel
Highly motivated self-starter
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to accept and adapt to a changing environment
Strong organizational and communication skills
Experience with SAP and Hyperion
Experience with CoStar and/or Lucernex

Job Responsibility

Maintain the lease accounting system (CoStar / Lucernex), including recording of ROU assets, Lease Liability, Tenant Allowances and the related accounts in a timely matter
Responsible for the monthly review and update of all ASC 842 schedules pertaining to lease amendments, modifications and closures in accordance with the executed lease documents and FASB ASC 842 requirements
Responsible for providing timely and accurate monthly account analyses, reconciliations and journal entry preparation
Review and process monthly accruals, coding requests, and posting errors
Manage ad hoc reporting requests
Research certain technical accounting issues as they relate to the current role and develop process improvement efficiencies in the department
Responsible for preparing and updating a Balance Sheet and Income Statement budget and forecast for all accounts relating to the occupancy and relevant accounting adjustments
Maintain processes and procedures to ensure adherence to Lease Accounting and other corporate accounting policies
Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with other departments to facilitate information sharing and adjusting to business changes
Serve as a technical resource to other departments and management

What we offer

Merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands
Support for individual development plus opportunities for career mobility within our family of brands
A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities
Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Time off – paid time off & holidays

Fulltime

Senior Accountant

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant with strong knowledge of ERP sys...

Location

United States , Eugene

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as a Senior Accountant
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or similar field
Solid knowledge of an ERP system is essential
Thorough knowledge of basic accounting procedures and principles
Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
Strong numeracy and financial awareness
Ability to effectively manage time, meet deadlines, and work under pressure
Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and accounting software
In-depth understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Exceptional communication

Job Responsibility

Oversee daily transactions, including general ledger and bank reconciliations
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
Collaborate with the Financial Controller to ensure smooth audit workflows
Participate in budgeting (for departments and projects)
Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
Develop expertise on our ERP systems, being the point of contact for any issues or improvements
Train other staff on the usage of the ERP system when required
Manage the month-end and year-end closing process

What we offer

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life and disability insurance
Company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Senior Project Accountant

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Lisle

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

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Job Posted:
February 13, 2026

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