Entry-Level Construction Project Accountant

EW Howell Construction Group; Plainview (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

EW Howell Construction Group in Plainview, NY is seeking an Entry-Level Construction Project Accountant to join our team. This role supports monthly requisition and billing deliverables and helps manage project financial data entry across our accounting and construction controls.

You will collaborate with senior project accountants, subcontractors, and project managers, ensuring accurate documentation, timely month-end closing, and clean financial records.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Entry-level candidates encouraged to apply.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Project Accountants with monthly requisition and billing deliverables
• Support subcontractor payment processing and lien waiver tracking
• Enter and maintain project-related financial data within accounting and construction management systems
• Review project documentation for completeness and accuracy
• Reconcile project records and maintain organized electronic files
• Communicate with project managers, subcontractors, and clients regarding project accounting matters
• Support month-end closing activities and reporting requirements
• Perform other project accounting and administrative duties as assigned

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Position

Entry-Level Construction Project Accountant

Location

Plainview, NY

Overview

EW Howell is seeking a motivated Entry-Level Construction Project Accountant to join our team in our Plainview office. This position is ideal for an individual interested in accounting and construction project administration who is looking to develop a long-term career in project accounting. This role is not intended for candidates pursuing Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Project Accountants with monthly requisition and billing deliverables
• Support subcontractor payment processing and lien waiver tracking
• Enter and maintain project-related financial data within accounting and construction management systems
• Review project documentation for completeness and accuracy
• Reconcile project records and maintain organized electronic files
• Communicate with project managers, subcontractors, and clients regarding project accounting matters
• Support month-end closing activities and reporting requirements
• Perform other project accounting and administrative duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Entry-level candidates encouraged to apply
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in the construction industry and project accounting

Contact Information

• 245 Newtown Rd. Suite 600 Plainview, NY 11803
• 516.921.7100
• 37 West 37th St. 7th & 8th Floor New York, NY 10018
• 212.930.1050
• [e-mail]