Project Accountant

Our client, a well-established leader in the construction industry, is seeking a skilled Project Accountant to join their team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a project-driven environment, enjoys working with both financial data and operational teams, and brings a strong background in construction accounting.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and administer monthly requisitions and payment applications in line with contract requirements.

Generate invoices and maintain change order logs.

Monitor assigned projects, resolve open issues, and ensure timely communication with stakeholders.

Compile and distribute cash management and forecasting reports for senior leadership.

Organize and maintain billing job folders for accuracy and accessibility.

Conduct job cost analysis and evaluate profit / loss on assigned projects.

Partner with project management teams on billings, change orders, back charges, close-outs, and project financial performance.

Manage customer interactions regarding collections, approvals, and billing-related matters.

Prepare and review necessary waivers, tax certificates, Certified Payroll, insurance documents, and M / WBE reports.

Provide accounting support to the Director of Project Accounting, Controller, and CFO as needed.

Participate actively as a team member, taking accountability for all project-related accounting activities.

Qualifications

5+ years of accounting experience (construction industry preferred).

Experience with Viewpoint by Vista ERP software highly preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, formatting) and Office applications.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, multi-project environment with minimal supervision.

Must be able to report onsite to the NYC office at least once per month .

Why Join?

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative, growing organization where you’ll play a key role in managing financial operations across major construction projects. The position offers exposure to senior leadership, opportunities to streamline processes, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on project success.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco / Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco / Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to :

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.