Project Controller - The Walsh Group

Walsh is currently seeking a Project Controller for our Transportation Division in Chicago, IL.

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 & progression
• Opportunities to work and live all over the United States

• Coordination of P&L on project with large contract values (generally close to or over $1billion)
• Mentor and train Project Accountants and Associate Project Accountants if applicable
• Represent the company in owner and JV meetings and relations.
• Manage all job and subcontractor-related duties listed below on mega projects:
  • Heavy involvement in cost forecasting
  • Coordination of owner billing
  • Develops strong relationship with project staff
• Detailed review of all line items of cost report
• Provide analytical information to project Operations team on individual jobs (Program Manager/Regional Operations Manager level)
• Report issues and findings to Business Group Accounting Manager and project staff
• Review to ensure all cost and billings are booked in the proper months
• Run and review report of outstanding accounts receivable and contact Program Manager/Regional Operations Manager for collection
• Finalize job closeout, including providing final documentation to owner and handling any open issues
• Coordination of documentation on legal issues
• Journal entry cost as necessary for confidential items

• Bachelors’ Degree in Accounting or equivalent
• 3-5 years of construction accounting experience required
• Experience in CMiC or other ERP systems preferred
• Experience in reading or interpreting financial statements
• Strong verbal and written skills needed to communicate with external subcontractors and internal mid to upper level management
• Some light travel involved

The Walsh Group offers competitive wages and benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous Vacation Time & Paid US Holidays
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Maternity Leave Policy
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance

If hired by The Walsh Group, you must be in compliance with your employment location’s COVID-19 related requirements, if any.

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 hr@walshgroup.com.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability/Veteran