Staff Accountant

Job description:

Staff Accountant

Reports to: VP of Finance and Accounting

Location: Itasca, IL

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Summary

Pirtano is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support the financial operations of a growing, multi-entity organization. This role will play a critical part in maintaining accurate financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, and helping modernize accounting processes in a fast-paced, operationally driven environment.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a roll-up-your-sleeves environment, enjoys building structure, and can partner cross-functionally with operations, HR, and leadership

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close Process

• Lead and execute monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes across multiple entities
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Assist in consolidations and intercompany accounting

Operational Accounting

• Oversee job cost accounting and support project-based financial tracking
• Partner with operations to analyze job profitability, labor costs, and margins
• Monitor WIP (Work-in-Progress) schedules and revenue recognition (percentage of completion)

· Maintain and optimize NetSuite, including workflows, reporting, and integrations

Payroll & Benefits Accounting

• Collaborate with HR/payroll (ADP or similar) on payroll accounting, benefits accruals, and deductions
• Support accounting for 401(k), benefits, and multi-state payroll compliance impacts

Compliance & Audit

• Assist with annual audit, 401(k) audit (Form 5500), and external reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with multi-state tax filings and regulatory requirements
• Maintain and improve internal controls and documentation

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify opportunities to streamline manual processes and reduce risk of error
• Support implementation or optimization of ERP/accounting systems and reporting tools
• Contribute to automation initiatives and improved financial visibility

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent work experience
• 5–8+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with multi-entity, construction industry or project-based industry
• Advanced Excel skills, experience with BI tools a plus
• Experience working in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Preferred

• CPA or CPA candidate
• Experience in the construction industry
• Experience with union environments and certified payroll
• Familiarity with ADP or similar payroll systems
• Hands on NetSuite experience
• Exposure to multi-state operations and compliance

Key Competencies

• High attention to detail with strong analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong communication skills across finance and operations
• Process-driven with a mindset for continuous improvement
• Comfortable working in an environment that is building structure and scaling

Why Join Pirtano

• Opportunity to help build and modernize the accounting function
• High visibility role with direct exposure to executive leadership
• Impactful position influencing financial operations and business decisions
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• NetSuite: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year