Assistant Accountant – Construction Finance (NYC)

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

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.