IFG-US is partnering with a client to identify a detail-oriented and collaborative accounting professional to support project governance, financial oversight, and project closeout activities. This role offers strong cross-functional exposure and the opportunity to work closely with teams across finance, operations, legal, regulatory, and project management.
Location: W Chicago suburbs
Schedule: Hybrid — onsite Tuesday through Thursday each week, with additional onsite expectations during month-end close activities (first 7 business days of the month)
Position Overview
This role will support project governance and accounting activities to help ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance with accounting policies, and adherence to internal governance frameworks. The ideal candidate will play a key role in monitoring project costs, supporting financial controls, and assisting with reporting and project closeout processes throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Support project governance and financial oversight activities across multiple projects
- Ensure proper accounting treatment and tracking of project-related costs
- Assist with project closeout activities and financial reconciliation processes
- Maintain and support key financial controls related to project governance
- Prepare and support internal and external financial reporting requirements
- Provide financial data and analysis for management, regulatory, and audit review
- Help ensure compliance with accounting policies, regulatory requirements, and internal governance standards
- Partner cross-functionally with project management, finance, legal, regulatory, and operations teams
- Support financial transparency, project reporting accuracy, and informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle
- Assist with process improvements and ad hoc financial analysis as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
- Experience in project accounting, financial analysis, accounting operations, or related areas preferred
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting concepts
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
What We’re Looking For
- A proactive and adaptable team player
- Strong sense of accountability and financial stewardship
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Interest in supporting large-scale projects and governance initiatives