Senior Project Accountant – Engineering Revenue & Budgets (Hybrid)

AKRF; New York (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Vacation and Sick time

Flexible work schedules and locations

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Training and professional development

Job summary

AKRF is seeking a Senior Project Accountant in New York City to lead end-to-end project accounting within the ACEC framework. You will set up projects, monitor budgets, review costs, and manage billing and revenue recognition in collaboration with project managers.

The role requires 5+ years in project accounting, strong Excel skills, and a solid grasp of financial controls and regulatory compliance. On-site position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project accounting, public accounting in construction/engineering
• Strong understanding of project accounting principles, revenue recognition, and cost control.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and provide insights.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in financial calculations and reporting.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, promoting collaboration across teams.
• Familiarity with financial regulations, compliance, and auditing standards (preferred).
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial management systems (Unanet and Deltek a plus).

Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end project accounting, including setup, revision, time/expense review, revenue recognition, billing, WIP analysis, and closeout.
• Establish project codes, budgets, and cost centers.
• Monitor and analyze project financial performance against budgets.
• Review expenses for policy adherence and accuracy.
• Prepare project billing and invoicing; verify billable items, rates, and terms.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure revenue recognition and profitability.
• Conduct regular cost and revenue reconciliations; resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare financial reports: project statements, variance analyses, profitability reports.
• Analyze data to identify trends, risks, opportunities; provide financial insights to management.
• Contribute to budgets and forecasts with project teams.
• Support month-end/year-end closing and timely financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, regulations, and accounting standards.
• Assist audits with documentation and support; maintain organized project records.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with project managers and external stakeholders.
• Maintain main contact information, COIs, and current company data as needed.

Skills

Excel for analysis

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organization & time management

Communication & interpersonal skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Unanet

Deltek

Job description

AKRF is seeking a Senior Project Accountant in New York City to lead end-to-end project accounting within the ACEC framework. You will set up projects, monitor budgets, review costs, and manage billing and revenue recognition in collaboration with project managers.

The role requires 5+ years in project accounting, strong Excel skills, and a solid grasp of financial controls and regulatory compliance. On-site position with a comprehensive benefits package.