Job Title: Project Accountant

Job Description

This role involves managing and overseeing project accounting functions, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. The Project Accountant will prepare and analyze project financial statements, ensuring their accuracy and compliance with company policies. Monitoring project costs and expenses, identifying variances, and implementing corrective actions are key aspects of this position. Collaboration with project managers to ensure financial alignment with project goals and timelines is essential.

ResponsibilitiesManage and oversee project accounting functions, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.Prepare and analyze project financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.Monitor project costs and expenses, identifying variances and implementing corrective actions.Collaborate with project managers to ensure financial alignment with project goals and timelines.Maintain and update project accounting systems.Perform regular audits and reconciliations of project accounts.Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.Support the finance team in ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting tasks.Essential Skills3-5 years of accounting experience in the construction or engineering industry.Proficiency in Deltek or Quickbooks.Knowledge of GAAP Accounting and SOX.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.Additional Skills & QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.Proven experience as a Project Accountant or similar role.Understanding of project accounting principles and practices.Familiarity with accounts receivable and accounts payable processes.Work Environment

This is an onsite position located in downtown Manhattan with occasional travel required to Midtown. You will have the opportunity to work on a newly acquired business line within a publicly traded company that has been established for over 50 years. The company offers commuter reimbursement.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement plans, Paid time off, Paid Holidays

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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