Construction Project Accountant

SLSCO; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health, dental, vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Wellness reimbursements

Career development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

SLSCO LTD is seeking a Construction Project Accountant to partner with project teams to oversee the financial functions necessary for profitable completion of the assigned project(s). The role covers AP, AR and project compliance within a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, attention to detail, and experience with CMiC and Textura, plus knowledge of G702/G703 AIA billing. Reports to the Northeast Controller.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in operational construction accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• General understanding of cost accounting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable for projects.
• Review and audit vendor invoices per contracts and backup.
• Set up billing rates and terms per contracts and assist client invoicing.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
• Support month-end close and ad-hoc reporting.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Cost accounting understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CMiC

Textura

AIA Billing (G702/G703)

Job description

We are seeking a Construction Project Accountant to work directly with the project teams to oversee the financial functions necessary for profitable completion of the assigned project(s). The Construction Project Accountant has responsibility for AP, AR, and project compliances. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, an effective communicator, familiar with the construction industry, and able to work in a fast-paced environment. The Project Accountant position will report directly to the SLS Northeast Controller, or their designee.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Helps to ensure timeliness and accuracy of the project reports
• Assist in Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions
• Review and audit vendor invoices for accuracy and required backup per contract
• Properly review, analyze, and set up billing rates and terms per contracts
• Assists in preparing client invoices
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements
• Follow system controls to ensure data integrity
• Review projects financial data monthly to ensure completeness of the data
• Assists in gathering data for reporting during the month-end close process
• Assists in ERP conversion/implementation testing and participation in training sessions
• Support management in completing special projects, ad-hoc reporting and analysis requests, and other tasks as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Ideal Position Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience in operational construction accounting, preferred
• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
• General understanding of cost accounting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel
• Experience with CMiC and Textura strongly preferred
• Working knowledge and experience with G702/G703 AIA Billing, required

What We Offer

• Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Company-paid disability and life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Paid time off & sick time
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Health & Wellness Reimbursements
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

SLSCO LTD is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.