Skender Construction

Senior Project Accountant

Skender Construction$90K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of accounting experience; construction accounting experience preferred.
  • Experience with Procore, certified payroll reporting, and MBE/WBE tracking mandatory.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the key point of accountability for subcontract and purchase order compliance with the Project Manager.
  • Review project specifications to ensure accurate schedules of values.
  • Exercise independent judgement on complex issues with Risk Management regarding subcontractor/vendor revisions.
  • Oversee compliance through the collection and tracking of certified payroll, proactively resolving issues.
  • Collaborate with Project Management to prepare monthly payment applications and project documentation.
  • Track and validate costs related to subcontractors and suppliers, flagging risks early.

Benefits

  • 100% premium coverage for health insurance (medical, dental, & vision).
  • Annual health savings account deposit.
  • Retirement plan with 100% match up to 5% of gross earnings.
  • Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education.
  • Employee referral program with incentives.
  • Wellness incentives to promote health.
  • Paid time off for work-life balance.
  • Parental leave for both mothers and fathers.
  • Free employee assistance program services for personal support.
  • Complimentary short- and long-term disability insurance.
  • Opportunities for community involvement.
Full Job Description
Annual salary range noted above based on experience and qualifications. Employees in this role are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, up to 8% of their base salary, dependent on both individual performance and company financial results.

Who are you?

We're looking for a Senior Project Accountant who brings seasoned expertise and a leadership mindset to everything they do. Do you have deep knowledge of project accounting best practices? Can you independently monitor project progress, investigate variances, and ensure payments are collected and distributed with precision? Great. Are you someone who takes ownership, mentors those around you, and understands the value of proactive communication across your team, partners, and clients? Even better.

What will you do as a Senior Project Accountant?
  • Serve as a key point of accountability for accuracy and compliance with subcontracts and purchase orders in coordination with the Project Manager.
  • Review project specifications to support accurate and complete schedules of values.
  • Exercise independent judgement on complex issues as you partner with Risk Management to review and approve subcontractor or vendor revisions to company terms and conditions.
  • Oversee project compliance through collection, tracking, and submission of certified payroll, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
  • Lead collaboration with Project Management to prepare monthly payment applications and required project documentation, ensuring quality and consistency across the project portfolio.
  • Track, enter, and validate all costs related to subcontractors and key suppliers, while identifying trends and flagging risks before they escalate.


What education and experience are required?
  • Minimum of 10years' accounting experience required; construction accounting experience preferred but not required.
  • Demonstrated experience with Procore, certified payroll reporting, and MBE/WBE tracking required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.


What skills do we look for?
  • Project & Time Management. Ability to independently manage a complex portfolio of projects and competing priorities, with a strong sense of ownership and a consistent record of on-time delivery.
  • Leadership & Mentorship. Ability to guide and support less experienced team members, share best practices, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Organization & Attention to Detail. Exceptional organizational skills with a proven ability to maintain accuracy across high volumes of documentation, tracking, and follow-through.
  • Financial Acumen. Solid command of GAAP and construction-related financial processes, with the ability to analyze financial data and provide meaningful insights to project and leadership teams.
  • Communication & Collaboration. Confident, professional communicator who can influence outcomes and navigate complex conversations with internal teams, subcontractors, and external partners.
  • Industry Knowledge. Thorough understanding of construction project workflows, contract structures, and how financial performance connects to project outcomes.


What's included in our Employee-First Benefits package?
  • Skender pays 100% of the premium for health insurance (medical, dental, & vision)
  • Annual deposit into health savings account
  • Retirement plan with 100% match up to 5% of gross earnings
  • Tuition reimbursement for continued learning opportunities
  • Employee referral program
  • Wellness incentives
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave for mothers and fathers
  • Free employee assistance program services
  • Free short- & long-term disability insurance
  • Community involvement

About Skender Construction

Skender is a construction company that provides design-build services for commercial, healthcare, and multifamily projects. The company offers a range of services, including architecture, engineering, construction, and interior design. Skender is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and has been in business for over 60 years. The company has completed over 2,000 projects and has won numerous awards for its work.
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