Project Accountant

Project Accountant

International Decorators (IDI) is a 100% employee‑owned company located in Barrington, Illinois. We are one of Northern Illinois’ largest and most respected drywall, acoustical ceiling, window treatment, and painting contractors. Our culture values ownership, collaboration, and celebrating our wins together.

The Project Accountant manages accounts receivable functions for assigned projects, reviews change orders, and maintains timely and accurate billing and collections. This role interacts heavily with internal project managers and client/general contractors.

• Establish, organize, and maintain assigned project files
• Complete monthly invoicing and draw packages
• Process AIA payment document review for sworn statements, waivers, G702 & G703 per general contractor requirements
• Verify the accuracy of previously billed and paid figures on contractor and subcontractor application for payment and waiver requests
• Collect timely on past‑due accounts receivable
• Review and verify contracts, change orders, and general costs for accuracy
• Effectively communicate with Project Managers and Superintendents regarding contract documents, change orders, approvals, and additional services related to billing
• Complete monthly project reconciliations
• Additional responsibilities may be added by the department or project as necessary

• High school diploma or GED
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Detail‑oriented with ability to multi‑task
• Basic Microsoft Office skills, primarily in Excel

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Thorough knowledge of basic construction accounting principles (retainage, lien waivers, and estimated costs)
• 1–3 years of construction accounting experience
• Sage 300 experience