Project Accountant

Position: Project Accountant

Department: Finance

Reports to: Director of Finance

Location: 566 W. Lake Street, Chicago, IL (in office 4 days a week)

Employment Type: Full-time benefits eligible

Why Choose Richard?

Culture-First Approach: People and innovation over bottom line

Purpose-Driven Projects: Build structures that truly matter, from critical healthcare facilities to cutting-edge data centers

Rapid Growth: Be part of a company doubling in size while maintaining quality

Collaborative, Caring Culture: Clear communication and proactive problem-solving, while supporting your health, financial wellness, and career growth

Direct Impact: Your ideas shape our projects and company direction

Innovation Freedom: Be at the forefront of construction technology and sustainable practices

At Richard, you're not just a number - you're a crucial part of our mission to transform the construction industry. We're creating efficient, dynamic spaces that advance communities, sustainability, and well-being. With nearly 200 diverse contracts since 2016 and a passionate team across the nation, we offer the resources of a large firm with the agility and personal touch of a boutique operation.

Break free from corporate constraints. Join Richard, Purpose Builders, and be the architect of your career while shaping the future of construction. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your impact is visible.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Project Accountant to join our Chicago Headquarters at Richard Group. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of accounting experience with a general contracting company. As a Project Accountant, you will play a critical role in managing and overseeing financial activities related to our projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of construction accounting principles and a proven track record of success. This role will report to the Controller at Richard Group.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support for various projects within the Accounting Department
• Collect and help review monthly progress billings, waivers, certified payroll reports, etc. from subcontractors and suppliers
• Verify subcontractor COI's for compliance with contract requirements
• Perform data entry associated with accounts payable and receivable
• Review and process vendor invoices to appropriate project and budget codes
• Review and reconcile invoice discrepancies
• Issue weekly checks to vendors/subcontractors
• Perform monthly reconciliations
• Audit and process credit card bills
• Address and respond to vendor inquiries
• Assist in audit preparation
• Support accounting reporting functions
• Provide support for various administrative functions (i.e. filing, mail sorting, answering phones, etc.)

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in the Construction Industry
• Experience with Construction Project Accounting software
• Experience with Davis Bacon-Prevailing wage or Union required projects
• Experience with federal and/or City of Chicago construction projects is preferred
• Prior experience with Certified Payroll reporting and MBE/WBE Tracking is preferred
• Knowledge of general accounting, cost accounting, auditing, and financial reporting
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivator with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage time
• Efficient in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• A desire to stay and grow with a company that will help mentor, train, and educate you

At Richard, we believe in showing the same gratitude and care to our team members that we do in our projects. This position comes with a competitive salary to match your level of experience and includes competitive benefits such as:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option
• 15 days of paid time off (PTO)
• 7 paid holidays
• All employees are immediately eligible for our bonus program where employees at all levels are engaged in the financial and operational performance of the business, enabling them to understand how their contributions directly impact the company's bottom line
• Company 401(k) matching contributions
• Parental leave policy
• We fully cover transportation costs, including parking and train fares, for employees
• Affordable and freshly made breakfast and lunch provided through our on-site meal program (Chicago home office employees only)
• Gym membership reimbursement program (Chicago home office employees only)
• Fully paid two-month sabbatical leave for employees who reach their 10-year anniversary with the company
• All employees immediately have access to mentorship, regular skills-based training, and leadership development programs

Pay Range:

$95,000.00-$100,000.00

The base salary range for this position as of posting is Richard's good faith estimate of the possible compensation for this role. The range for this role takes into account the factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. Richard is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees will receive equal employment opportunities without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.