Accounting Manager | General Contractor | Loop, Chicago

The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred5+ years of construction accounting experience within a general contractorSage100 software experience requiredAbility to manage a team and be part of the daily accounting operationsWhat's on OfferStrong benefits packageStrong work/life balance culture promotedFun and employee-centric culture with company events and happy hours The team is looking to bring on a strong Construction Accounting Manager to their growing organization as they continue their plans to grow 300% over the next five years.

Construction Accounting ManagerJoin a rapidly growing, stable general contractor based in Downtown Chicago. The team is looking to bring on a strong Construction Accounting Manager to their growing organization as they continue their plans to grow 300% over the next five years. With benefits that provide trust in their employees, the team prioritizes career development and success for their employees.Our client is looking for a progressive and experienced Construction Accounting Manager to join their growing accounting department. In this role, you will be overseeing all WIP reporting, job costing, month end close, AP/AR and reporting into the Controller and CFO. This role will provide you with the opportunity to lead a team in a successful organization.Job DescriptionLead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple entities, ensuring accurate GL activity, reconciliations, and GAAP-compliant reportingMaintain financial integrity within Sage ERP, including journal entries, intercompany transactions, eliminations, and audit-ready documentationOwn accounts receivable and billing operations, including invoicing, cash application, A/R aging analysis, and cash forecasting supportManage draw processes and coordination with title companies, maintaining accurate draw trackers, funding documentation, and complianceOversee accounts payable operations, including invoice workflow, coding review, payment processing, A/P aging, and subcontractor lien waiversLead project accounting and job costing, including job setup, subcontractor invoice review, draws (G702/703), WIP/CIP reporting, and margin analysisPartner with project and estimating teams on general conditions budgets, staffing cost analysis, and resolution of cost variancesOversee payroll accounting and labor cost allocation, supporting benefits, workers' compensation audits, and labor compliance reportingSupport audits, tax compliance, 1099 filings, internal controls, and regulatory requirements across all entitiesDrive systems optimization, process improvement, and team development, including training, standardization, and performance accountabilityMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred5+ years of construction accounting experience within a general contractorSage100 software experience requiredAbility to manage a team and be part of the daily accounting operationsWhat's on OfferStrong benefits packageStrong work/life balance culture promotedFun and employee-centric culture with company events and happy hours