Construction Project Accountant

Upstate Companies; White Store (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k

Job summary

Upstate Companies is looking for a Construction Project Accountant to support financial operations for construction projects from setup to completion. The role handles project accounting, billing, contract administration, reporting, and regulatory compliance to keep accurate records and timely project reporting.

You will set up projects with SOV and DOL requirements, process invoices and billings, manage subcontracts, and prepare periodic aging and compliance reports.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting, finance, business or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Three years of accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of construction job costing, project accounting, progress billing, and subcontract administration.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with construction accounting software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up construction projects, including Schedule of Values (SOV), DOL requirements, and job cost coding.
• Process purchase orders, AR invoices, deposits, progress billings, and ad hoc billings.
• Manage subcontracts, change orders, pay applications, and approved subcontractor payments.
• Prepare weekly AR aging reports and monitor outstanding balances.
• Prepare bonding documentation, contractor affidavits, and Builder's Risk reports.
• Maintain fuel log allocations and support project financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures while maintaining accurate records.
• Perform related accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Construction accounting

Job costing

Progress billing

Excel

Subcontract administration

Education

Associate degree in accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Construction accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Construction Project Accountant

Reports To: Controller

Position Summary

The Construction Project Accountant supports the financial operations of construction projects from job setup through completion. This position is responsible for project accounting, billing, contract administration, reporting, and regulatory compliance while ensuring accurate financial records and timely project reporting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up construction projects, including Schedule of Values (SOV), Department of Labor (DOL) requirements, and job cost coding.
• Process purchase orders, accounts receivable invoices, deposits, progress billings, and ad hoc billings.
• Manage subcontracts, change orders, pay applications, and approved subcontractor payments.
• Prepare weekly accounts receivable aging reports and monitor outstanding balances.
• Prepare bonding documentation, contractor affidavits, and Builder\'s Risk reports.
• Maintain fuel log allocations and support project financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures while maintaining accurate financial records.
• Perform other related accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of three years of accounting experience, preferably in the construction industry.
• Knowledge of construction job costing, project accounting, progress billing, and subcontract administration.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with construction accounting software is preferred.
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k

This position is essential to the successful financial management of construction projects by ensuring accurate accounting, regulatory compliance, and timely reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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