On-Site Construction Project Accountant - Billing & Cash Flow

Hunter-Roberts-Construction-Group-LL; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Roberts Construction Group is seeking a Project Accountant to handle construction accounting, payments processing, and AR for multiple projects. The role reports to the Accounting Supervisor and collaborates with project teams to ensure accurate billings and timely cash flow management.

The candidate will manage lien waivers, insurance documents, and payroll requirements, maintaining strong communication with vendors and clients.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction accounting processes and industry terms.
• Experience reviewing subcontractor and general conditions payments.
• Ability to track and report project costs and cash flow forecasts.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify and process subcontractor and general condition payments for assigned projects.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure timely and accurate construction billings on multiple projects.
• Communicate with project teams, vendors and subcontractors to obtain waivers, certified payrolls and other required documents for invoicing or payments.
• Track accounts receivable for assigned projects and report on status.
• Prepare project cash flow forecasts and update stakeholders on financial position.
• Interface with project team and senior management on all construction accounting matters.

Skills

Construction accounting knowledge

Subcontractor payments

Accounts receivable management

Project cost tracking

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP / job-costing software

Job description

Hunter Roberts Construction Group is seeking a Project Accountant to handle construction accounting, payments processing, and AR for multiple projects. The role reports to the Accounting Supervisor and collaborates with project teams to ensure accurate billings and timely cash flow management.

The candidate will manage lien waivers, insurance documents, and payroll requirements, maintaining strong communication with vendors and clients.