Construction Project Accountant II

Overview

We are currently seeking a Project Accountant for our Phoenix, AZ office focusing on water and transportation projects. As a fourth-generation, family-owned business, Walsh recruits individuals who are seeking a small company feel with a large company backing. Walsh is a successful fast-growing company at the forefront of technology and is committed to being the employer of choice to our employees and the builder of choice to our customers.

There are many compelling reasons why exceptional people should consider a career with our company: challenging, complex work; creative and innovative problem-solving environment; supportive, communicative managers who reward hard work; opportunities for growth, training, and development; flexibility in career path and progression; opportunities to work and live all over the United States.

• Reviews and processes subcontracts, subcontract change orders and performance and payment bonds to ensure they are in compliance with specified terms.
• Collects and reviews project subcontractor/supplier lien waivers.
• Collects, reviews, and processes subcontractor/supplier monthly project invoices, ensuring all invoices are accrued properly and timely to the correct cost reports and phase codes.
• Ensures proper payments to all subcontractors and major suppliers.
• Has a strong understanding of the Walsh monthly P&L process, ensuring timely submittal of project P&Ls and reviewing the P&Ls for accuracy.
• Processes cost transfers on project cost report for Project Management staff.
• Provides monthly assistance to Project Management staff in the preparation of monthly billings to project owners, including in-depth analysis of owner billing when applicable.
• Collects, reviews and submits monthly owner billings to the Senior Project Accountant II for processing.
• Monitors cash flow and communicates with project staff on tracking accounts receivable and project payments.
• Works independently and travels to job sites to perform regular cost report reviews.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or business-related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of construction accounting experience.

The Walsh Group, Ltd. is committed to providing equal opportunity to qualified applicants with disabilities to compete for jobs. To request a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, please contact the Human Resources Department at 312‑563‑5905 or

Salary range:
The base pay depends on training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The role may also be eligible for a bonus and other benefits.