AECOM

Project Accounting Supervisor OR Project Accounting Manager

AECOM • $100K — $120K *
New York, NY 10025In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Yesterday
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Qualifications

  • BA/BS in accounting, finance, or related field required.
  • 6+ years of construction accounting experience for Supervisor role; 8+ years for Manager role.
  • Experience with AIA applications for payment and related documentation.
  • Knowledge of Textura and CMiC is a plus; Procore knowledge beneficial.
  • Strong organizational, detail-oriented, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise day-to-day operations of the accounting department and manage project accountants.
  • Verify and oversee the accuracy of AIA applications for payment across construction projects.
  • Guide project teams on financial protocols including lien waivers and payroll reporting.
  • Conduct internal audits of project budgets and financial performance.
  • Collaborate with project managers on accurate cost reporting and forecasting.

Benefits

  • No sponsorship for work authorization available now or in the future.
  • Mandatory pre-employment substance abuse testing.
  • In-person onboarding required for all newly hired employees at AECOM offices.
Full Job Description
About Construction Management-Leeding Builders Group (LBG)

Leeding Builders Group (LBG) is a New York-based construction manager specializing in open shop commercial, residential and hospitality projects. Founded on a reputation of professionalism and quality, with the financial backing of AECOM, we are one of New York City's premier builders.

As a separately branded entity of the AECOM Construction Management group, LBG operates independently with its own management structures and resources.
  • LBG - The Best Of Both Worlds. - YouTube


Job Description

This is a key role within Leeding Builders Group ("LBG") responsible for management of the construction project accounting department. The Project Accounting Supervisor will ensure accurate and timely processing of transactions and financial reports in line with the expectations of our business, corporate parameters, and client requirements. Serves as a readily accessible point of contact for company personnel, providing timely responses to questions, issue resolution, and financial information requests.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
  • Supervise and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department including managerial responsibilities over multiple project accountants
  • Ensure timeliness and verify accuracy of the AIA application for payment process for the company's portfolio of construction projects
  • Provide guidance to project teams and accountants regarding protocol for lien waivers, stored materials, deposit logs, and where required, payroll reporting, local hiring, etc.
  • Maintain functional and professional templates for internal and external use
  • Internally audit project budgets, costs, and financial performance
  • Spot-check applications for payment to ensure quality and consistency across all projects
  • Work closely with project managers to ensure accurate cost reporting and forecasting
  • Provide support to project accountants for complex accounting matters, client inquiries, and subcontractor inquiries
  • Assist with month-end close processes related to project financials
  • Support audits and ensure compliance with company and client requirements
  • Directly process miscellaneous payables, including overhead payables and payables requiring allocation across multiple projects
  • Provide expense report oversight and assist with processing and approvals
  • Post job cost transactions entered by project accounting personnel
  • Review and reconcile accounts to ensure accuracy
  • Ensure timely payroll reporting to insurance carriers
  • Assist with project budgeting and forecasting processes
  • Provide training and guidance to accounting personnel
  • Prepare financial analyses and reports for management review
  • Periodically audit user permissions across various accounting and vendor platforms
  • Prepare invoices for preconstruction, consulting, and other miscellaneous services
  • Evaluate and improve all financial policies, controls and processes that will position for efficient and effective continued growth
  • Evaluate opportunities for process improvement and implementation of best methods and practices
  • Apply an advanced understanding of concepts, industry knowledge and technical capabilities
  • Possesses in-depth technical or functional knowledge in area of expertise
  • Undertake assignments outside the core skill set to expand expertise


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Project Accounting Supervisor:
  • BA/BS in accounting, finance, or a related field and 6 years minimum related construction accounting experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

OR

Project Accounting Manager:
  • BA/BS in accounting, finance, or a related field and 8 years minimum related construction accounting experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Requirements:
  • Working knowledge of Textura and CMiC
  • Knowledge of Procore would be beneficial
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and professional in communication
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Prior management experience
  • Notary
  • Sound technical skills (e.g., cost structures, job costing), good judgment and strong operational focus
  • Hands-on experience with AIA applications for payment and related documentation
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Fluent in English

Abilities Required
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective leadership and team management abilities
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Focus on accounting deadlines
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to effectively handle stress, pressures, and challenges


Additional Information
  • This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.
  • Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
  • This position is not hybrid nor remote.
  • THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND LEEDING BUILDERS GROUP INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY OCTOBER 30TH, 2026.


At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014.

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Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
NASDAQ
ACM
* Ladders Estimates

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