Curtis + Ginsberg Architects LLP

Project Accountant

Curtis + Ginsberg Architects LLP Employer:

New York, NY, USLocation:

Thu, Feb 19 '26Posted On

$80,000 - $100,000 annually Pay:

Curtis + Ginsberg Architects is an award-winning, values-driven firm with a diverse portfolio and a goal of delivering socially and environmentally responsible architecture. As an office of 45+, our administrative team supports our architectural team in fulfilling our mission is to provide design thinking that helps achieve policy changes and deliver social justice within communities. All C+GA projects embrace decarbonization, reuse, and adaptation. Our work is at the forefront of incorporating best practices in passive and active sustainability principles, resilience, and wellbeing and active design strategies.

C+GA is currently seeking a candidate for a full-time Project Accountant.

Key Responsibilities

• Project accounting: Manage all aspects of projects, including budgeting, cost tracking, billing, and revenue recognition.
• Budgeting and forecasting: Support the preparation of the annual budget and forecast (net fee projections)
• Audit and control: Maintain internal controls, ensure compliance with GAAP and other regulations, and serve as a liaison for external auditors/accountants.
• General ledger management: Manage aspects of the general ledger, including journal entries, accounts payable and receivable.
• Cash and treasury management: Manage daily cash management activities.

Qualifications And Experience

• Progressive accounting experience, 4-6 years in corporate or project-based Accounting in the Architecture, Engineering or Construction Industry.
• Direct project accounting experience, setting up projects in accounting system on a percentage completion basis, time & material (T&E), and tracking client approved fees.
• Monthly client billing, experience using Ajera accounting system, E-Builder, PMWEB, SCA portal, and Passport preferred.
• Supervisory experience and proven management abilities
• Must be able to perform financial analysis, create reports, and prepare internal financial statements for management or financial institutions as needed.
• Expertise in bank reconciliation, balance sheet reconciliations and account reconciliations is required
• Must have experience with the financial closing process, assist with various accounting and administrative duties based on the firm’s current established processes as delegated by the Controller
• Communicate effectively with various clients, consultants, and our architecture team
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Technical Skills

• Strong command of general accepted accounting principles for accurate reporting of financial and compliance.
• Advanced Proficiency with accounting and ERP software to include:
• Ajera or Deltek
• Microsoft Office Suites, advanced Excel skills

Core Competencies

• Ability to lead and mentor the accounting staff and collaborate with other departments
• Highly accurate and thorough in financial record-keeping and reporting required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Must have strong analytical abilities to identify financial trends, investigate variances, and resolve accounting issues.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary for collaboration with colleagues and presenting financial information to management.

Schedule

Hybrid work schedule after orientation period

Salary Range

• Salary range for this position is $80,000-100,000 subject to adjustment based on candidate’s experience, skills, and references feedback.

Benefits

• Benefits package provided, including medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k with matching contributions, annual bonus, paid time off, and professional development programs.

Curtis + Ginsberg Architects is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.

Interested candidates should submit resume, a cover letter, and at least two references to [email protected]. No calls please.