Senior Project Accountant

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.

• 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.

• 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.