Job Description
Project Accountant
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
- Work on challenging forensic accounting projects involving subcontractor and supplier payment investigations.
- Gain exposure to complex construction accounting and contract analysis.
- Take ownership of research-driven projects that require critical thinking and problem-solving.
- Join a team that values independence, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Make a measurable impact by helping resolve financial discrepancies and reduce project risk.
Key Responsibilities for the Project Accountant:
- Investigate supplier and subcontractor payment discrepancies across multiple construction projects.
- Review affidavits, lien notices, invoices, and supporting documentation to verify payment obligations.
- Research and reconcile supplier claims, contract balances, and project-related expenses.
- Communicate with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams to validate outstanding balances.
- Prepare analyses and recommendations to support resolution of complex accounting issues.
Qualifications for the Project Accountant:
- Experience with project accounting, construction accounting, or forensic accounting.
- Strong ability to analyze documentation and identify discrepancies.
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
- Self-starter capable of managing investigative projects independently.
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Itasca, IL |
| Industry | Financial Services |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Year Founded | 1994 |
| Website | http://www.cfstaffing.com/ |
About Company
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.
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