Project Accountant

A bit about us:

We are a Manhattan based family-owned general contractor with a deep track record of building high-quality affordable and mixed-income housing across New York City.

We're growing our finance team and looking for a Staff Project Accountant who wants to do meaningful work in a tight-knit, hands-on environment.

This is an in-office full-time position based in uptown Manhattan.

Are you a 3+ year Project Accountant looking to work for a growing and dynamic company?

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Why join us?

• -Build housing that has a real impact on New York City communities
• -Direct exposure to ownership and the full lifecycle of complex affordable housing deals
• -Family-owned culture - your work is seen, and good performers move up
• -Competitive benefits and clear growth path

Job Details

What you'll do:

Prepare AIA owner requisitions and agency draw packages (HPD, HDC, HCR, HUD)
Process subcontractor pay applications, lien waivers, and compliance documentation
Maintain job cost ledgers, change orders, and contract files for assigned projects
Support PMs and the Controller with monthly cost reporting and WIP schedules
Assist with tax credit equity pay-ins, draw certifications, and project-level closeouts
Track subcontractor compliance including W-9s, COIs, M/WBE participation, and prevailing wage where applicable

What we're looking for:

2-4 years of accounting experience, construction industry strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Exposure to affordable housing, LIHTC, or public agency draws is a major plus - but we'll train the right person
Experience with Sage 300 CRE, Foundation, or similar construction accounting software a plus
Strong Excel, organized, accurate, and a self-starter

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