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HireIQ

Project Accountant

HireIQ, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Base pay range $80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

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About the Job Compensation:

$80K–$100K

About the Opportunity A well-established construction organization is seeking a

Project Accountant

to support project and corporate accounting functions. This role is hands‑on and ideal for someone with strong general ledger and job cost experience who enjoys working closely with operations in a fast‑paced environment.

The Role The Senior Accountant will support month‑end close, project accounting, and financial reporting, partnering with project and operations teams to ensure accurate job cost tracking and timely financial information.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and reconcile the general ledger

Prepare monthly journal entries, accruals, and bank reconciliations

Support month‑end close and financial reporting

Track job costs including labor, materials, subcontractors, and change orders

Prepare and analyze Work‑in‑Progress (WIP) schedules

Support percentage‑of‑completion revenue recognition

Assist with progress billings and retention tracking

Perform budget vs. actual analysis and explain variances

Support audits and basic tax compliance as needed

Candidate Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

4+ years of accounting experience, preferably in construction

Experience with job costing, WIP, and month‑end close

Working knowledge of GAAP

ERP experience required (NetSuite preferred)

Exposure to Yardi and/or ADP Payroll is a plus, not required

CPA or CPA‑track preferred

Why This Role

Stable organization with long‑term project pipeline

Hands‑on accounting role with project visibility

Competitive compensation and benefits

Onsite role with parking and public transportation access

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Construction and Civil Engineering

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Benefits

Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Tuition assistance

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