Project Accountant

Construction & Realty Services Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction & Realty Services Group (CRSG) is a Manhattan-based construction management firm providing administrative services to B2B clients across payroll, billing, accounts payable, analysis, marketing, and IT. You will join a dedicated team supporting operations and project finance in multiple offices.

The role centers on accurate project accounting, job costing, budgeting, and timely financial reporting, collaborating with project managers and field staff to ensure project profitability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, with 2+ years in the construction industry.
• Proficiency in construction accounting software (Sage 300 CRE, Procore, QuickBooks, Viewpoint).

Responsibilities

• Manage project accounting: job costing, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Monitor project budgets and expenses, identify variances, and suggest corrective actions.
• Process construction-related accounts payable and receivable.
• Track subcontractor and vendor payments, lien releases, and contract compliance.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and project status reports.
• Document change orders, purchase orders, and billing accurately.
• Collaborate with PMs and field staff to reconcile budgets and expenses.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Skills

Construction accounting

Budgeting & forecasting

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Sage 300 CRE

Procore

QuickBooks

Viewpoint

Job description

Job Description

CRSG is a construction management firm with several niche construction services provided in its portfolio. The employer provides administrative services to these B2B Companies such as Payroll, Billing, Accounts Payable, Analysis, Marketing, and IT. This company is an employer of about 50 administrative employees and 400-500 employees including its collective entities. Spread among several offices in both Midtown Manhattan & Southern Nassau County Long Island, you will be joining an organization of hardworking individuals focused on providing the best support services possible to our operations and, ultimately, our clientele.

Responsibilities:

• Manage project accounting activities including job costing, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Monitor project budgets and expenses, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Process accounts payable and receivable specific to construction projects.
• Track subcontractor and vendor payments, lien releases, and contract compliance.
• Assist with preparation of monthly financial statements and project status reports.
• Ensure proper documentation of change orders, purchase orders, and billing.
• Collaborate with project managers and field staff to reconcile budgets and expenses.
• Support audits and compliance with internal and external financial regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in the construction industry.
• Proficiency in construction accounting software such as Sage 300 CRE, Procore, QuickBooks, or Viewpoint.
• Strong knowledge of job costing, billing cycles, and project financial reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Preferred:

• CPA or other relevant certification (a plus, not required).
• Experience with AIA billing and construction contract management.
• Familiarity with GAAP and construction-specific financial practices.
• Familiarity with SAGE construction accounting software.