Construction Accountant

Aston Carter • New York, NY • 1h ago

Job Title: Construction Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Construction Accountant who will take ownership of construction accounting tasks, including job costing, WIP tracking, and project financial reporting. This role involves close collaboration with project managers to monitor project performance, manage financial risks, and ensure compliance with financial controls.

Responsibilities

Manage construction accounting, including job costing, WIP tracking, and project financial reporting.

Maintain and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost-to-complete estimates.

Collaborate with project managers to track project performance, identify variances, and manage financial risk.

Review and approve pay applications, change orders, and vendor invoices for accuracy and alignment with contract terms.

Oversee subcontractor billing, lien waivers, and compliance documentation.

Ensure accurate cost allocation across labor, materials, and overhead.

Support month-end close processes related to construction activities, including revenue recognition and project reporting.

Maintain and improve systems for tracking project costs, budgets, and financial performance.

Prepare project-level financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Ensure compliance with contracts, financial controls, and reporting requirements.

Essential Skills

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).

5+ years of experience in construction accounting, job costing, or project-based accounting.

Strong understanding of job costing, WIP reporting, and project financial management.

Working knowledge of GAAP and construction accounting principles.

Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Familiarity with construction contracts, pay applications, and change order processes.

Experience working closely with project managers and operations teams.

Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong ownership mentality and ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment

This position is on-site, requiring attendance five days a week from 9am to 6pm

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $58.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

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.

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.

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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.

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