Accountant Job at Carlson Construction in Joliet

Overview

Carlson Brothers, Inc. is seeking a detail-driven, construction-savvy Accountant to serve as the financial right hand of our CFO. This role demands critical thinking, agility, and a commitment to delivering financial clarity in the fast-moving world of construction.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain up-to-date cost tracking for multiple projects using job cost systems and Excel-based tools.
• Monitor and report on project financials including budget-to-actuals, committed costs, and forecasts.
• Partner with CFO to assess/maintain vendor relationships and corporate compliance
• Support project accountants with monthly draw requests and subcontractor payment applications for multiple active jobs sites at once.
• Ensure subcontractor compliance with lien waivers, insurance, and contract documentation
• Assist with timely payment cycles, and maintain audit-ready files
• Project Coordination
• Support project setup, budget entry, and cost code alignment in accounting software
• Attend project kickoff and closeout meetings to ensure alignment across field and finance
• Reporting & Controls
• Assist in generating monthly WIP (Work-in-Progress) reports for internal leadership
• Assist in monthly close processes including journal entries and project accruals
• Monthly reconciliations of credit cards, vendor statements, etc.
• Enforce accounting best practices and internal controls for job-related financial data

What You Bring

• Experience: 3–5 years in a construction, engineering, or project-based accounting environment
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field (strong experience may substitute)
• Tech Fluency: Comfortable with Excel (pivot tables, lookups), and ideally familiar with software like Sage 300, Procore, or Viewpoint
• Communication: Clear, concise, and highly professional—both written and verbal
• Work Ethic: Self-starter with the ability to juggle deadlines, manage details, and stay calm under pressure
• Judgment: Strong analytical thinker who knows the difference between motion and progress
• Experience supporting multiple active job sites at once
• Familiarity with contract structures, retainage, lien laws, and change order procedures
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with competing priorities

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary with bonus eligibility
• Robust benefits: medical, 401(k), paid vacation/holidays
• The opportunity to help shape the financial backbone of landmark construction projects
• Join the Carlson Team and help us build excellence—one project at a time.

Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Construction