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Requisition Title

Project Accountant II Requisition ID

2026-13013 Job Locations

US-WI-Milwaukee Category

Accounting and Finance Company : Name

Gilbane Building Company Location : Location

US-WI-Milwaukee Requisition Post Information* : External Company Name

Gilbane Development Company Requisition Post Information* : External Company URL

http://www.gilbaneco.com/ Location : Postal Code

53212 Location : Address

101 West Pleasant Street Position Type (Portal Searching)

Full-Time

Manages contracts, amendments, insurance, bonds, SOV, Files, and Co Policies

Conducts timely and accurate review of requisitions and lien waivers

Sets up and properly formats project financial forecasts to meet both the internal team and client reporting needs

Manages monthly project forecast meetings and maintains accurate ETCs for labor and expenses

Ensures timely management of accounts receivable and payables

Manages the project financial closeout process

Develops and maintains positive professional relationships both internally and externally

Assists with the development of contract abstracts

Assists with internal and external audits while responding as directed

Reviews Work in Process (WIP) on assigned projects and thoroughly understands and explains variances and balances

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field

3-8 years of experience

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word

Ability to learn construction management and payment management software

Knowledge of the overall project execution process including budgeting, project forecasting, cost control, schedule, anticipated cost, and project profitability

Knowledge of construction industry insurance products and construction pricing components

Ability to communicate effectively, listens to understand, and can clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message

Acts inclusively by ensuring that actions and behaviors are respectful, shows empathy and treats others with dignity; leverages capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities, and motivation

Ability to solve problems by identifying, prioritizing, and implementing alternatives for a solution

Demonstrates agility and adaptability by maintaining effectiveness and adjusting to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful

Ability to show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes; ability to create a sense of individual ownership and accountability

Ability to identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value added, unique and differentiated solutions

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Click here to view the physical demands and working conditions required to perform this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations : Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.

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