Project Accountant

CFS

Waukegan, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85,000–$110,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, Cash Flow, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Construction, Cost Reporting, Credit and Collections, Data Visualization Tools, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Projections, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Infrastructure Construction, Leadership, Liens, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Multitasking, Operational Audit, Organizational Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Reconciliation, Team Player
LOCATION
Waukegan, IL
POSTED
3 days ago

Project Accountant
$85,000 – $110,000 + Bonus


Our client, a well‑established and growing construction and infrastructure organization, is seeking a Project Accountant to join their accounting team. This role will be hybrid.


Why You’ll Love This Project Accountant Opportunity

Extensive interaction with Project Managers, Finance Leadership, and cross‑functional teams
Exposure to project financials, contract billing, cash forecasting, and operational analysis
Collaborative, team‑oriented environment with a strong “family‑feel” culture despite large company size
Clear path for professional development, mentorship, and long‑term career growth
Strong benefits package and hybrid flexibility after initial onboarding period


Key Responsibilities of the Project Accountant


Handle project accounting activities including financial reporting, cost tracking, and reconciliation support
Manage billing packages and required contract documentation, including subcontractor invoices
Coordinate subcontractor and vendor payments, including lien waiver tracking and compliance
Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on collections, and maintain cash flow forecasts
Partner with Accounts Payable to ensure payments align with contract terms
Support financial analysis, reporting, and process improvement initiatives


Ideal Background for the Project Accountant


Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred or in progress
5+ years of accounting experience, ideally within construction or project‑based environments
Strong understanding of job costing, contract billing, and project financials
Advanced Excel skills required; experience with data visualization tools a plus
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment


$85,000 – $110,000 + bonus

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About the Company

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CFS

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.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/