Construction Project Accountant - Cost Control & Invoicing

BCCI Construction Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Pavarini McGovern, part of STO Building Group, seeks a Project Accountant to oversee financial activity on select construction projects from setup to closeout in the NY Business Unit.

The role involves end-to-end financial support, project cost control, invoicing, and collaboration with project teams to forecast costs and manage billing. A strong accounting background and construction experience are required.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have effective communication and analytical skills.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in project accounting or construction accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field or experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Attend project kick-off meetings when applicable.
• Provide end-to-end financial support for all contract types.
• Participate in project finance reviews with the project team.
• Support project teams to develop Cost to Completion Forecasts and Billing Projections.
• Work with the project teams to develop general conditions forecasts and monitor actual cost monthly.
• Monitor Change Orders and other potential change items related to project budgets and project costs.
• Work independently to analyze cost and schedule trends on projects, identifying potential budget overruns.
• Review client contracts for billing requirements, allowable markups, fee structure, retainage, tax requirements, shared savings.
• Manage subcontractor progress billings and documents for compliance and timely submittal.
• Review and post subcontractor monthly progress billings.
• Monitor accounts receivable and support collection efforts.
• Provide monthly reporting and analysis of project cost and profitability.

Skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

3+ years of experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related experience

Job description

Pavarini McGovern, part of STO Building Group, seeks a Project Accountant to oversee financial activity on select construction projects from setup to closeout in the NY Business Unit.

The role involves end-to-end financial support, project cost control, invoicing, and collaboration with project teams to forecast costs and manage billing. A strong accounting background and construction experience are required.