Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo
Apply for this opportunity

This job application is on an outside website. Be sure to review the job posting there to verify it's the same.

Apply Offsite

Project Accountant

Job

Creative Financial Staffing

Waukegan, IL (In Person)

$80,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 6 days ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/22/2026

Review key factors to help you decide if the role fits your goals.
How is this calculated?
Pay Growth
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Not enough info to score pay or growth
Job Security
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Calculating job security score...
Total Score
60
out of 100
Average of individual scores

Were these scores useful?

Skill Insights

Compare your current skills to what this opportunity needs—we'll show you what you already have and what could strengthen your application.

Job Description

Project Accountant Location:
Waukegan, IL Compensation:
$80,000 – $85,000 + Bonus Why Consider This Opportunity? Growing organization adding to its accounting team Strong long-term stability with succession planning in place Collaborative, team-oriented environment with direct exposure to leadership Profit sharing and bonus opportunities Excellent benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, and vision coverage Opportunity to broaden accounting responsibilities and grow professionally Position Overview Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to join a growing accounting team. This Project Accountant role offers exposure to both project-based accounting and general accounting functions in a stable, team-focused environment. The ideal Project Accountant will enjoy working in a fast-paced setting, managing multiple priorities, and partnering with operations and accounting teams to support financial reporting and project administration. Key Responsibilities Project Accounting Manage project-related billing and invoicing activities Prepare and distribute project financial documentation Track project costs and support revenue recognition activities Maintain supporting documentation and ensure compliance with internal processes Assist with project financial analysis and reporting General Accounting Prepare monthly accruals and journal entries Perform account reconciliations and assist with month-end close Support financial statement preparation and reporting Analyze variances and investigate discrepancies Assist with special projects and process improvement initiatives Qualifications 2+ years of accounting experience in a project-based environment Experience supporting billing, contracts, project accounting, or related functions General ledger and account reconciliation experience preferred Strong Excel skills and CMiC software experience. This Project Accountant opportunity is ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career with a growing organization that values internal development, teamwork, and long-term employee success. #LI-JM1 #
INJUN2026
EB-1718161535