Project Accountant

Client: Construction (Residential)
Role: Project Accountant Payrate: $38/hr – $43/hr Location: Long Island City, NY Engagement: Temporary, 3‑5 months Worksite: Fully Onsite 5 days a week.

We are seeking a Temporary Project Accountant to support our accounting team for a 3‑5 month engagement. This role will focus on construction accounting activities, including project billing, financial tracking, and system support. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with Sage 300 CRE
, AIA billing
, and time and materials billing
. Payroll experience is a plus.

• Perform project accounting functions for construction projects, including cost tracking and financial reporting
• Prepare and process AIA billing and time and materials invoices
• Maintain accurate project financial data in Sage 300 CRE
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure accurate billing and contract compliance
• Assist with payroll processing as needed
• Support month‑end close and project reconciliation activities
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards

• Proven experience in construction accounting
• Strong working knowledge of Sage 300 CRE
• Hands‑on experience with AIA billing and time and materials billing
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

• Payroll processing experience
• Experience supporting multiple projects simultaneously