Project Accountant
hace 22 horas
Bronx
Atrium is seeking on behalf of our client a Project Accountant to support Project Management by overseeing the financial aspects of projects throughout their duration. This role involves analyzing labor efficiency, cost trends, under/overbilling, and other project-related financial data, while delivering regular and ad-hoc financial reports to ensure successful project outcomes. Location: Bronx, NY Work Arrangement: On-site Compensation: $80,000–$120,000 annually Job Summary The Project Accountant supports Project Management by managing the financial lifecycle of assigned projects. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate project accounting, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, and providing clear financial insight to Project Managers and stakeholders. Essential Duties • Partner with the Project Management team to perform cost and revenue analysis across projects., • Manage all accounting functions related to assigned projects., • Oversee invoicing, payments, and compliance for assigned projects., • Understand project requirements and support adherence throughout the project lifecycle. Key Tasks and Responsibilities • Support initial project setup in Viewpoint., • Update project data in response to contract changes or revisions., • Review sub-consultant invoices and manage sub-consultant purchase orders., • Provide guidance on invoice preparation, format, and distribution, including follow-up on overdue accounts or unbilled costs., • Participate in project review meetings and provide monthly updates to Work in Progress (WIP) reports., • Support project closeout activities., • Review project charges and facilitate cost transfers as needed., • Maintain fully executed owner-contractor agreements and purchase orders., • Ensure compliance with owner requirements, including billing deadlines, waivers, and certified payroll., • Monitor change orders and invoices to ensure timely and accurate billing., • Track accounts receivable and assist Project Managers with collection efforts., • Monitor project budgets and assist with quarterly profit projections., • Provide financial reports, budgets, and forecasts to Project Managers and clients., • Prepare pre-billing reports for Project Manager review., • Update contracts in line with client requirements and communicate budget amendments., • Prepare labor reports comparing actual performance to estimated projections., • Perform cost analysis and reporting related to job setups, re-budgeting, pencil requisitions, underbilling analysis, change orders, quarterly cost-to-complete analysis, and delay claims. Essential Qualifications and Skills • Ability to handle sensitive matters tactfully and professionally., • Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills., • Proven ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure., • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision., • Highly organized, with strong written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to prioritize, multitask, and adapt in a fast-paced environment., • Strong understanding of contracts and scopes of work., • Demonstrated integrity, sound judgment, and attention to detail. Education and Experience • Associate or bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Engineering is preferred but not required., • At least five years of experience in job cost, cost accounting, and/or construction accounting is preferred., • Familiarity with accounting systems such as Procore, Vista, or Timberline., • Experience with Bluebeam, Adobe, and document control processes is a plus., • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Additional Information • A background check may be conducted following a conditional offer of employment, where permitted by law., • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. If eligible under the ACA, medical, dental and vision benefits and time off in accordance with local paid sick time laws will be offered. Additional benefits may include paid holidays, a 401(k)-retirement plan, life insurance, disability coverage, and an employee assistance program, where applicable. Other compensation programs may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, or other incentive compensation, where applicable. As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. 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