Sr. Project Accountant

Starlite Building ServicesStarlite Building Services is a construction services operation that serves clients throughout Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York City, Miami, Bentonville, AR and Los Angeles. Our team is made up of hundreds of talented and dedicated craft workers providing valuable assistance with project scope, budgeting, scheduling, site logistics, and materials. Join our team to bring exceptional building experience via assurance, control, efficiency, cost and time savings, quality, and—of course—safety.Here's a glimpse into what we offer:Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Be an employee-owner!401(K) with Company Match – Receive a company match up to 4% of your eligible pay.Generous Paid Time Off – vacation and sick time, 12 holidays, summer Fridays, and a yearly volunteer day.The Extras – Cell phone, laptop, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, financial planning services, and morePlease note: this position is hybrid - while this person can work primarily from home, you may be required to come into the Davie, FL office 1 to 2 times per week.ResponsibilitiesLead financial oversight of a portfolio of large, complex projects.Serve as a trusted financial partner to Project Managers and Operational Leaders.Set up project budget within CMiC to ensure accuracy and alignment with contract.Establish & maintain job specific rate tables in accordance with contract.Lead owner billing process: prepare, review, post, and maintain billing trackers; participate in pencil reviews with clients as needed. Support collection efforts to receive payments within contract terms.Ensure subcontractor compliance, including insurance, lien waivers, and second-tier requirements.Manage subcontractor payment processes and respond to subcontractor inquiries.Review, approve, and cost-code invoices. Process cost reallocations.Partner with vendors and Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies.Review monthly Cost-to-Complete (CTC) reports; analyze and explain gross profit fluctuations, identifying risks and opportunities.Provide support for internal and external audits.Attend Project Meetings as needed (kickoffs, financial reviews, & closeout).Prepare project Specific Work-in-Process (WIP) entries, including Risk & Opportunity (R&O) analysis.Support teams with project revenue projections and ensure alignment with project performance.Provide mentorship and coaching to junior accounting staff, as applicable.QualificationsExperience: 5+ years' experience in project accounting with working knowledge of AIA billing, subcontractor compliance, cost forecasting & revenue recognition.Education: Bachelor's degree preferred, or commensurate experience.Additional Role Specific Skills:Construction industry experience preferred - GC or subcontractor.CMIC & Textura experience preferred but not required.Strong working knowledge of MS Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).EEO InformationStarlite prohibits discrimination against any staff member or applicant on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, disability, creed, citizenship status, or any other legally protected characteristic.Salary Range InformationMiami Base Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 The range stated is specific to Miami. Placement within the listed range depends on many factors including, but not limited to years of experience, project size capability (for Construction & Field roles) and internal company equity.