Project Accountant

Project Accountant / Bookkeeper (Construction) Location: Moonachie, NJ Area Schedule: Full-Time | On-Site (5 Days per Week to Start) Hybrid Flexibility: Available After Training Period About the Opportunity Our client, a growing construction company in the Moonachie, NJ area, is seeking a detail‑oriented Project Accountant / Bookkeeper to join their team. This role is ideal for someone with construction accounting experience who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys managing multiple projects while maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, comfortable with heavy data entry, and experienced with construction accounting processes including AIA billing, WIP reporting, and percentage‑of‑completion accounting. Key Responsibilities Process high-volume data entry with strong attention to detail Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions Prepare and process AIA billings Maintain and monitor Work‑in‑Progress (WIP) schedules Support Percentage‑of‑Completion (POC) accounting Create and maintain jobs, contracts, budgets, and change orders Process check runs and cut checks for vendors and subcontractors Reconcile accounts and assist with month‑end close activities Ensure accuracy of project financial data and reporting Collaborate with project managers and operations teams on project‑related accounting matters Qualifications 3+ years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, preferably within the construction industry Experience with AIA billing, WIP reporting, and POC accounting required Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes Experience creating and managing contracts, budgets, and change orders Strong data entry and organizational skills Proficiency with accounting and construction software systems Experience with ComputerEase is highly preferred Strong Microsoft Excel and general computer skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities What We Offer Stable and growing organization Opportunity to make an immediate impact Collaborative team environment Hybrid work flexibility available after successful training and onboarding Competitive compensation based on experience Target Start Date: Shortly after the July 4th holiday. Compensation for this role depends upon a wide array of factors including skill set, experience, qualifications, office location, and other business and organizational needs. Eligible for discretionary bonuses and participation in medical, dental, vision benefits, and the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Equal Opportunity Notice Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries—we, our, or Vaco by Highspring—are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaco by Highspring