Project Accounting/Payroll Specialist

Title: Project Accounting/Payroll Specialist - Major NYC Infrastructure Projects Salary: Competitive + overtime/benefits Why CFS Is Excited To Fill This: Access to one of NYC's flagship public infrastructure redevelopments: Midtown Bus Terminal and Broadway Bridge Proven leadership team with 24+ years' tenure; offers expert mentorship and internal mobility Stable, employee-owned company with a track record of supporting long career progression Urgent team build-up as project hits critical mobilization; direct visibility with senior management Key Responsibilities: Support project accounting, including invoice processing and vendor management (AP focus) Manage payroll or project-based timekeeping (role depending on placement) Assist with mobilization and office setup for new project phases Collaborate closely with project controllers and executive team for training and hand-off Contribute to a culture of open communication and process improvement Must-Have Skills/Experience: Accounts payable OR payroll processing experience in a construction or project-driven environment ( Required ) Proactive, eager learner comfortable in dynamic project settings ( Required ) Experience with JDE software ( Preferred ; Inferred, Confidence: 80%) Preferred Skills: Prior experience on large-scale construction/engineering projects ( Preferred ) Location & Pattern: Manhattan, NY ; office setup in progress Benefits & Perks: Employee-owned structure; strong internal growth pathways Overtime eligible; medical/benefits package (details at interview) PTO (details at interview) Mentorship by tenured senior project controller About the Company: Perini is a nationally recognized leader in large-scale public infrastructure. Employees thrive in a supportive and stable environment - 24+ year tenures are not uncommon. With a proven record of upward mobility, the firm values knowledge-sharing, training, and open communication.

Compensation: $70,000.00-$85,000.00