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Project Accountant

United States, New York · Job Posted May 27, 2026
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We are looking for a Project Accountant to support the financial oversight of active construction projects in New York, New York. This role partners closely with project teams and accounting leadership to keep billing, payment processing, and reporting accurate and on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping fundamentals and experience managing project-based accounts payable, receivable, and cash flow activities within a contractor or construction environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Partner with the Accounting Manager to maintain accurate financial records and support day-to-day accounting operations for assigned construction projects
  • Review and process subcontractor invoices, general condition charges, and related payment documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely disbursement
  • Coordinate with project teams to prepare and submit client billings across multiple jobs, helping ensure invoices are complete, accurate, and issued on schedule
  • Communicate with vendors, subcontractors, project staff, and other external stakeholders to collect and track required documentation such as lien waivers, insurance records, certified payrolls, and other contract-related materials
  • Monitor accounts receivable activity for assigned projects, including tracking outstanding balances, maintaining reports, and supporting collection follow-up as needed
  • Prepare project-level cash flow forecasts and update financial projections based on billing schedules, payment timing, and job cost activity
  • Provide accounting insight to project teams and senior leadership by reporting on financial status, cost detail, and project-related transactions
  • Perform reconciliations and maintain organized supporting records to help ensure the integrity of project accounting data and reporting
  • Assist with bookkeeping tasks related to project accounting, including transaction review and financial record maintenance within accounting systems such as QuickBooks

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 2–5 years of accounting experience required, with construction industry experience required
  • Experience with CMiC and Textura is a plus
  • Strong understanding of project billing, subcontractor payments, job cost processes, and construction documentation requirements
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Nice to have

Experience with CMiC and Textura is a plus

What we offer

  • Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan
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