• Project Accountant

    Aston Carter (Rosemont, IL)


    Job Title: Project AccountantJob Description

     

    We are seeking a dedicated Project Accountant to join our team. This role involves managing client invoicing and collections, tracking and maintaining project budgets, and assisting with coding and processing accounts payable, timesheets, and expense reports. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate contract documentation and administration while collaborating with project managers and staff to resolve financial issues.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage client invoicing and collections.

    + Track and maintain project budgets.

    + Assist with coding and processing accounts payable, timesheets, and expense reports.

    + Ensure accurate contract documentation and administration.

    + Collaborate with project managers and staff to resolve financial issues.

    + Perform other related duties as needed.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in accounting and project accounting.

    + Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word and Outlook.

    + Familiarity with Earned Value Management.

    + Strong verbal and written communication skills.

    + Ability to handle confidential information.

    + Self-motivated, well-organized, and detail-oriented.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

    + Experience as a Financial Project Coordinator, especially in construction.

    Work Environment

    Join a 100% employee-owned firm that offers growth opportunities and a family environment. You will be working fully onsite from 8 AM to 5 PM in our beautiful newer office space, located in the heart of Rosemont. Our company is renowned for its strategic investments and expansion across multiple sectors, including transportation, water infrastructure, data centers, and power. With a strong outlook for 2025, we continue to serve both government and commercial clients, focusing on large-scale public infrastructure projects. Our office reflects the innovative spirit of our firm, providing a modern and inspiring work environment.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $26.82 - $37.98/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Rosemont,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 1, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.