Construction Project Accountant — Billing, Cash Flow & Reports

JRM Construction Management, LLC.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JRM Construction Management, LLC. is hiring a Project Accountant to manage all project accounting for designated jobs and act as the bridge between accounting and project management.

You will ensure accurate billing and timely financial reporting, coordinating with subcontractors and internal teams. The role requires 5+ years in construction project accounting, a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, and strong cost coding knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• At least 5 years of project accounting experience in construction (commercial/corporate interiors).
• Strong understanding of cost coding, PO processes, and contract types (CM as Agent, GMP, Cost Plus).
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities with proactive communication with management and project team.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage project accounting for assigned jobs and liaise between accounting and project management.
• Process pay apps with subcontractors and ensure accurate billing per contracts.
• Coordinate subcontractor invoices, payments, and entries in ERP.
• Prepare and review payables, WIP, and back-up for client and internal use.
• Produce job costing reports and analyze variances for project teams.

Skills

Project accounting

Construction knowledge

Cost coding

Contract terms

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

JRM Construction Management, LLC. is hiring a Project Accountant to manage all project accounting for designated jobs and act as the bridge between accounting and project management.

You will ensure accurate billing and timely financial reporting, coordinating with subcontractors and internal teams. The role requires 5+ years in construction project accounting, a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field, and strong cost coding knowledge.