Project Accountant

PROJECT ACCOUNTANT – CONSTRUCTION

Queens, NY | $90,000–$130,000

Why Apply for This Job?

• Join an established construction contractor with a strong pipeline of work.
• Build your project accounting experience within a business that self-performs its construction work.
• Competitive salary, discretionary year-end bonus and 401(k) with employer match.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage.

HireIQ is working with an established construction contractor seeking a Project Accountant for its main office in Queens. This role would suit someone with three to five years of project or cost accounting experience who enjoys working closely with project teams and understanding the numbers behind the work.

The Role

• Track project costs, review transactions and maintain accurate financial records.
• Work with project managers to monitor budgets, investigate variances and assess project performance.
• Support project financial reporting, forecasting and month-end close.
• Review project-related invoices and cost allocations, resolving discrepancies with the relevant teams.
• Help maintain accurate project information within the accounting system.
• Support improvements to project accounting processes and reporting.

Your Experience

• Three to five years of project or cost accounting experience within construction.
• Heavy civil construction experience strongly preferred.
• Understanding of job costing, project budgets and cost reporting.
• CMiC experience preferred, or experience with another construction accounting system.
• Strong Excel skills, attention to detail and confidence working with project managers.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and take ownership of your work.

For more information or a confidential discussion, apply with your resume or contact Padraig at HireIQ .