Project Accounting / Payroll Specialist

Title :

Project Accounting / Payroll Specialist - Major NYC Infrastructure Projects

Salary :

Competitive + overtime / benefits

Why CFS Is Excited To Fill This :

Access to one of NYC's flagship public infrastructure redevelopments : Midtown Bus Terminal and Broadway Bridge

Proven leadership team with 24+ years' tenure; offers expert mentorship and internal mobility

Stable, employee-owned company with a track record of supporting long career progression

Urgent team build-up as project hits critical mobilization; direct visibility with senior management

Key Responsibilities :

Support project accounting, including invoice processing and vendor management (AP focus)

Manage payroll or project-based timekeeping (role depending on placement)

Assist with mobilization and office setup for new project phases

Collaborate closely with project controllers and executive team for training and hand-off

Contribute to a culture of open communication and process improvement

Must-Have Skills / Experience :

Accounts payable OR payroll processing experience in a construction or project-driven environment ( Required )

Proactive, eager learner comfortable in dynamic project settings ( Required )

Experience with JDE software ( Preferred ; Inferred, Confidence : 80%)

Preferred Skills :

Prior experience on large-scale construction / engineering projects ( Preferred )

Location & Pattern :

Manhattan, NY ; office setup in progress

Benefits & Perks :

Employee-owned structure; strong internal growth pathways

Overtime eligible; medical / benefits package (details at interview)

PTO (details at interview)

Mentorship by tenured senior project controller

About the Company :

Perini is a nationally recognized leader in large-scale public infrastructure. Employees thrive in a supportive and stable environment - 24+ year tenures are not uncommon. With a proven record of upward mobility, the firm values knowledge-sharing, training, and open communication.

Compensation : $70,000.00-$85,000.00