Senior Project Accountant

Our client, a prominent NYC-based general contractor, is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to join their growing team. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to take ownership of project financials, partner closely with operations, and play a key part in supporting the firm’s continued expansion across the region.

Responsibilities

• Partner with project teams across operations, design, and field management to keep financial activities aligned and accurate.
• Generate and submit project invoices on schedule, ensuring compliance with contract terms.
• Oversee all job cost functions, including owner billing, collections, subcontractor documentation, and compliance tracking.
• Monitor outstanding receivables and provide regular status updates to leadership.
• Flag and process reimbursable items in accordance with client-specific requirements.
• Manage project closeout within the accounting platform and ensure final financial reporting is correct.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and broader financial planning for active work.
• Move costs from pursuits to active jobs, maintaining clean and accurate records.
• Prepare and submit sales tax filings as required.
• Track project cash flow and support short- and long-term cash planning.
• Assist with audits and resolve questions or discrepancies.
• Help with AP, compliance work, and other project accounting needs.
• Review owner contracts and translate key financial and reporting obligations into workflows.
• Take on additional financial tasks or special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience with a strong focus on project financials.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent experience.
• CPA highly desired.
• Hands-on project accounting background; construction industry experience a plus.
• Solid Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs).
• Strong analytical ability and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative mindset and comfort supporting multiple teams.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Notary or willingness to obtain certification.