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Senior Accountant – Construction

United States, Pearl River Employment contract 110000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted May 27, 2026
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Job Description

A well-established and growing construction contractor in Rockland County is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team, reporting directly to the Controller. This role is highly involved in project-based accounting, financial reporting, and job cost analysis, with strong exposure to leadership and operations.

Job Responsibility

  • Support month-end close, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting
  • Prepare and analyze general ledger activity and account reconciliations
  • Assist with financial statement preparation and distribution
  • Manage daily cash activity, including transfers, cash receipts, and bank reconciliations
  • Oversee credit card reconciliations and payroll entries
  • Drive AIA billing (requisitioning), lien waivers, and draw package documentation
  • Support percentage-of-completion (WIP) reporting
  • Partner with AP team to ensure proper job costing and coding of invoices
  • Assist with project closeouts, ensuring all financial and compliance documentation is complete
  • Prepare documentation for insurance audits (GL & Workers’ Comp)
  • Support external audits and financial reviews
  • Maintain multi-entity accounting transactions and intercompany activity
  • Assist with ERP/system optimization, improving reporting and close processes
  • Build strong relationships with Project Managers and Contracts teams

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA a plus
  • 4–7+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction or project-based environments
  • Strong understanding of: AIA billing / requisitioning, Percentage-of-completion accounting, Job costing and project financials
  • Experience working in multi-entity environments
  • Strong experience with Sage accounting systems (Sage Intacct)
  • Advanced Excel skills required
  • Experience with construction accounting systems and reporting tools preferred

Nice to have

CPA

What we offer

  • Plus Bonus
  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • free online training

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