Experienced Construction Project Accountant in Englewood Cliffs

Energy Jobline ZR; Englewood Cliffs (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Meridian Construction Group is seeking a Project Accountant to join our Finance team in the tri-state area. The role supports all projects from startup through closeout, ensuring adherence to accounting SOPs and effective liaison between project teams and accounting.

The ideal candidate will handle contract review, billing preparation (AIA), and related cost reporting, with involvement in bonds, insurance, and payroll/cost/budget oversight.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue client requisitions for projects per contract.
• Abstract and assemble contract information for billing.
• Review owner contracts and subcontracts; manage control books.
• Handle accounts payable and receivable, liens, payroll/cost/budget reports.
• Support general ledger review and project accounting reports.
• Assist with project close-outs and data accuracy in the ledger.

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Hudson Meridian Construction Group,a leading construction services firm in the tri-state area, is looking for an experienced construction Project Accountant to join our Finance team!!

The Project Accountant is the primary accounting support for all assigned projects from startup through final closeout. We seek a professionalwith industry experience and asolid understanding of accounting systems and general ledger. This position serves as the liaison between the project team and the accounting department, ensuring all accounting standard operating procedures are followed by the project team.

Primary responsibility is the preparation and issuing of client requisitions for assigned projects in accordance with the client contract and inclusive of all billable company, trade/subcontractor and consultant costs. The role will thoroughly review owner contracts, subcontracts, and be able to abstract and assemble contract information as needed for billing purposes (Control Books).

Additional responsibilities include performingactivities related to contracts, bonds, insurance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, liens, payroll/cost/budget reports for the project management team. Participate in the general ledger review, scheduling, and various accounting department projects as needed.

Responsible for project close-outs, subcontract reviews, and the accuracy of all data input to the general ledger and accounting department. Requires a general understanding and familiarity with the overall project execution process, including budgeting, cost reporting, cost control, schedule, anticipated cost, and project profitability.

Must have experience with AIA billing, change orders and Anticipated Cost Reports, while experience with CMIC is .

Company Description

Hudson Meridian Construction Group is one of the leading construction services firms in the Northeast, offering a unique blend of expertise to private and public sector clients. Our team delivers tailored services as Construction Managers, Program Managers, and General Contractors, bringing a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and client-focused solutions on every project.

Company DescriptionHudson Meridian Construction Group is one of the leading construction services firms in the Northeast, offering a unique blend of expertise to private and public sector clients. Our team delivers tailored services as Construction Managers, Program Managers, and General Contractors, bringing a commitment to excellence, collaboration, and client-focused solutions on every project.