Willdan Performance Engineering, a division of Willdan Group, inspires and empowers communities by creating transformational environments. Our clients include school districts; universities; city, county, and state governments; private enterprises; and healthcare facilities. Our guiding principles are as follows: We drive change; We think long-term; We are courageous experts delivering ambitious solutions; Personal growth drives organizational growth; Organizational growth drives personal growth; We succeed when we are accountable as a team; We cultivate diverse, equitable, and inclusive teams committed to serving our communities. 

We are currently looking for a Project Accountant in Manhattan, New York with a background in engineering and/or construction accounting. This will include AIA progress billing experience, open book accounting procedural knowledge, experience working with state agencies on public contracts. Our Project Accountant is an integrated member of the Willdan team focused on all Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes. This position will serve as liaison between the local office and the Division Finance Manager. Our ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or other -related field and 3-5 years Accounting experience in the construction or engineering industry. Or a combination of experience and education. GAAP construction percent complete accounting a plus. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate success in the following skills and abilities:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform AR & AP duties.Relay regional accounting processes to region’s operation teams.Perform expense allocation verification, accruals, and journal entries.Assists in monthly revenue recognition, billing, and financial closing.Assists with quarterly review and annual audit.Provides Project Specific Support to Project Managers.Provide support to Project Managers so that Project Financial Information is timely and accurate.

Job Requirements / Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or other related field.3-5 years Accounting experience in the construction or engineering industry.Knowledge and experience in engineering and construction accounting.Proficient in MS Office Products including Outlook, Excel and Word.Be fully capable of working in teams as well as independently.Detail oriented and possess excellent organizational skills. Capable of maintaining project documentation and working on multiple activities/projects at one time.Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills required to develop and maintain client relationships.  GAAP and SOX Compliance Experience desired.Familiarity of Deltek Cost Point desired.

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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