Assistant Accountant - Construction

Jacobs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Deferred compensation plan

Paid time off (PPTO)

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an organized Assistant Accountant to support the NYCSCA Emergency Program in New York City. You will help manage financial records, process invoices, and support AP/AR, budgeting, and reporting in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll collaborate with project teams, ensure compliance with contractual terms, and maintain documentation with accuracy and confidentiality while utilizing ERP and MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of full-time clerical or administrative experience.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in accounting/finance with construction industry focus.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and accounting documentation.
• Review and process invoices and payment requests; support AP/AR.
• Monitor job costs and track expenses against budgets.
• Prepare financial reports, spreadsheets, and reconciliations.
• Coordinate with project teams for financial documentation and approvals.
• Assist with audits and compliance reviews.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Organizational

Communication

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Jacobs is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Assistant Accountant to support financial, accounting, and administrative functions for the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) Emergency Program.

This role supports daily financial operations, documentation management, invoice processing, reporting, and coordination with project teams. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, excellent organizational abilities, and experience working with financial records and accounting systems in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and accounting documentation.
• Review progress billings, including AIA G702/G703 forms, Certified Payroll review and compliance against the Schedule of Values (SOV), time and material (T&M) billing with all related support documentation
• Monitor job costs, review subcontractor pay applications, and track expenses against the project budget.
• Collect lien waivers, track subcontractor insurance, and ensure adherence to contract terms.
• Process invoices, payment requests, expense reports, and supporting documentation.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Review accounting data for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain organized electronic and hardcopy financial files.
• Prepare financial reports, spreadsheets, and reconciliations.
• Assist with budget tracking and cost reporting activities.
• Coordinate with project teams regarding financial documentation and approvals.
• Support audits and compliance reviews by gathering required records.
• Utilize accounting and office software to manage and report financial information.
• Perform general administrative duties related to accounting operations.
• Ensure professionalism and confidentiality in handling financial information.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with project teams and accounting staff.
• Work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

What's you'll need

• Associate degree from an accredited program
• Minimum of two (2) years of fulltime clerical or administrative experience with a
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in accounting, finance, mathematics, bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or related financial functions focused within the construction industry.
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Ideally, you'll have

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience working in construction, engineering, government, or capital program environments
• Familiarity with ERP, accounting, or financial management systems
• Experience supporting project based financial operations

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• Deferred compensation plan
• Executive Deferral Plan
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy
• Seven paid holidays
• Caregiver leave
• Merit increases
• Performance discretionary bonus
• Stock

Salary

The base salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $98,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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