Senior Project Accountant (New York)

A well-established and growing construction management firm is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to join its New York City team. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, this individual will play a critical role in supporting the financial operations of a fast-paced, high-volume construction business specializing in commercial interior projects throughout New York and beyond.Since 2003, the company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality construction management services with exceptional attention to detail and client service. Now strengthened through a strategic partnership with a global construction leader, the organization combines entrepreneurial culture and local expertise with the resources and stability of an international platform — while continuing to maintain the collaborative, hands-on environment that has defined the company for over two decades.This is an excellent opportunity for a construction accounting professional who enjoys being deeply involved in project operations, thrives in a fast-moving environment, and wants visibility across finance, project management, and executive leadership.ResponsibilitiesProcess monthly owner requisitions utilizing AIA billing formatReview and process subcontractor requisitions and paymentsEnsure subcontractors comply with contract terms, insurance requirements, and billing proceduresManage project-related AP and AR responsibilitiesAssist with job costing, project budget updates, and tracking project financialsPartner closely with Purchasing, Project Managers, and Project Executives on project accounting and administrative mattersSelect invoices for inclusion in weekly disbursement cyclesMonitor and track project cash flow and overall cash positionSupport month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activitiesCollaborate with the Controller, CFO, and Finance leadership on billing schedules, WIP reporting, general condition studies, and project P&L analysisMaintain accurate financial records across a high volume of active projectsUtilize Excel extensively for reporting, reconciliations, and manual tracking processesQualifications5+ years of construction project accounting experienceStrong understanding of construction accounting principles and terminologyExperience with AIA billing and requisition processing requiredHands-on experience with AP, AR, job costing, and project financial trackingAbility to manage multiple fast-moving projects simultaneouslyHighly organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlinesSelf-sufficient and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionallySage experience preferred, ideally Sage 100Textura experience is a major plusProcore and/or Ariba experience is helpfulStrong Excel skills required