Accountant, Financial Reporting, Cost Accountant

Location: Warren, NJ

We are seeking a skilled Accountant specializing in the construction sector to join our dynamic team. This role involves a comprehensive range of accounting tasks, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance with industry standards.

• Apply ASC 606 revenue recognition principles by examining customer contracts, identifying performance obligations, and allocating revenue appropriately.
• Manage project accounting processes, including cost tracking, billing, revenue and cost accruals, change orders, and work-in-progress assessments.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and process journal entries while aiding in general ledger reconciliations.
• Support accounts payable functions by reviewing invoices, coding expenses accurately, and ensuring timely processing.
• Assist with month-end and quarter-end closing activities, ensuring precise and timely revenue and cost recognition at the project level.
• Contribute to the development and analysis of budgets and forecasts at the project level, reporting any variances from estimates.
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Legal, and Billing teams to ensure contract terms are reflected correctly in financial records.
• Maintain documentation for revenue recognition and project accounting, and support internal and external audits as necessary.
• Identify opportunities to enhance processes and systems related to project accounting and revenue recognition.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 2-3 years of relevant accounting experience, with prior experience in project accounting being highly advantageous.
• Proficiency with ASC 606 revenue recognition standards.
• Understanding of accounts payable workflows and project-based invoice coding.
• Strong skills in Excel and familiarity with accounting or ERP systems such as Deltek, Sage, Net Suite, or Procore.
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical abilities, and a capacity to work effectively under deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders, including Sales, Contracts, Project Management, and Legal teams.

• Experience in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry.
• Experience with change order analysis or contract modifications.
• Exposure to cost accounting and overhead allocations.
• Familiarity with revenue and billing modules in ERP systems.
• Experience in a multicompany accounting environment.
• Prior involvement in audits or preparing supporting schedules and disclosures.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative work environment that encourages professional growth and development. If you meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute to a forward-thinking team, we encourage you to apply.