Project Accountant I

Willdan Group, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K + employer match

Employee Stock Option Program

Employee Discount Program

Generous Employee Referral Program

Opportunities for Career Growth and Development

Job summary

A national consulting firm in New York is seeking a talented Project Accountant I. This role requires an individual proficient in project accounting, with responsibilities including setup and management of projects, financial reporting, and compliance with GAAP and SOX controls. Candidates should have 1-3 years of accounting experience and strong organizational and communication skills. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' professional accounting experience.
• Experience in project accounting is highly desired.
• Experience managing deadlines and multiple collaborators.

Responsibilities

• Set up new projects in compliance with revenue recognition standards.
• Record time and expenses to jobs accurately.
• Prepare monthly reports on project performance.

Skills

Project accounting

GAAP

SOX compliance

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Time management

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Deltek Costpoint

Job description

United States, New York, New York

Mar 04, 2026

Willdan is a national leader in energy, engineering, and software consulting services. Since 1964, we have provided all aspects of municipal and infrastructure engineering, including building and safety, public works, public financing, planning, and construction management services. We help engineers, facility owners, municipalities, and utilities meet their long-term goals and transition communities to clean energy and a sustainable future.

We are seeking a talented individual to fill the role of Project Accountant I in our NYC office.

Why Willdan?

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K + employer match
• Employee Stock Option Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Opportunities for Career Growth and Development

Summary

The Project Accountant will be an integral member of the Willdan Energy regional offices, focused on tracking and reporting incurred and committed costs, aiding in revenue recognition and forecasting future results for multiple contracts and projects for the designated region, and serving as a liaison between the regional offices and the Willdan Corporate Accounting Department. Our growing firm needs your attention to detail in support of our accounting and administrative functions. This position requires an excellent team player who is comfortable working with our leadership team and staff to ensure that our accounting system is running smoothly.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Setting up new projects in compliance with revenue recognition standards and contract language.
• Ensuring timely and accurate recording of time and expenses to jobs, including subcontractor invoices.
• Performing month end expense accruals for incurred costs.
• Ensuring accurate matching of purchase orders and subcontracts to subsequent invoices.
• Ensuring timely and accurate billing to customers and assisting in collection efforts.
• Reviewing revenue recognition calculations and ensuring their timely submission to corporate accounting.
• Preparing monthly reports on project performance and reconciling variances.
• Performing expense allocation verification, accruals, and journal entries.
• Assisting in monthly revenue recognition, billing, and financial closing.
• Ensuring internal processes are compliant with SOX controls.
• Assisting with special projects and other work as requested.

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• 1-3 years' professional accounting experience.
• Experience in project accounting is highly desired.
• Previous experience with Deltek Costpoint or other project (cost) accounting system.
• Experience managing deadlines and multiple collaborators in a fast-paced environment.
• GAAP and SOX experience.
• A proven team player with strong organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills and critical thinking skills.
• High proficiency with MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Discretion in handling sensitive/confidential business information.
• Demonstrated interest in clean energy and/or the environment.

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

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