An established construction business is seeking an experienced accountant to oversee project financials and work closely with its Controller and project managers. This is a hands-on role with direct involvement in forecasting, cost control, and project profitability.
Responsibilities- Manage project cost reporting, tracking labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor expenses.
- Prepare monthly forecasts, budgets, cash flow projections, and profitability reports.
- Partner with project managers to explain variances, identify financial risks, and protect margins.
- Review project billing, change orders, and percentage-of-completion accounting.
- Support financial reporting, reconciliations, and accounting controls.
Qualifications- 6+ years of construction or project accounting experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Strong understanding of job costing, percentage-of-completion accounting, and forecasting.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with construction accounting systems.
- CPA, public accounting experience, or JD Edwards exposure preferred.
- Ability to work onsite five days per week, with occasional travel within the NY area.
Compensation: $130,000-$150,000
Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.
