Assistant Accountant - Construction

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Unlimited PPTO

Seven paid holidays

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to support financial, accounting, and administrative functions for the NYCSCA Emergency Program in New York City.

This role involves daily financial operations, documentation management, invoice processing, and reporting, requiring strong analytical skills and experience with financial records in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and excellent organizational abilities.
• Experience with financial records and accounting systems in fast-paced environments.
• Two years of clerical/administrative experience; at least one year in accounting/finance within construction.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and accounting documentation.
• Review progress billings and payroll-related documentation for compliance.
• Monitor job costs, review subcontracts, and track expenses against budgets.
• Process invoices, payment requests, expense reports, and supporting docs.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.
• Prepare financial reports, spreadsheets, and reconciliations.
• Coordinate with project teams regarding financial documentation and approvals.
• Assist with budget tracking and cost reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

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.

Here's what 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 functionsfocused 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

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Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

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. Job posted on July 28, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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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